Heavy Drinking Can Damage Every Part of the Eye
WEBJun 24, 2022 · Those who drink heavily can develop peripheral neuropathy, which in turn may decrease corneal sensitivity, masking the real severity of dry eye. Researchers behind that study say their findings “indicate that controlling alcohol consumption may help to reduce [dry eye] prevalence.” 9. Sight-Threatening Diseases.
Large Study Supports Diabetic Retinopathy Grading Scale
WEBThe DRSS is a standard system for measuring the severity of DR. During clinical trials, the severity of a subject’s retinopathy over time can be categorized into discrete steps on the scale. Many trials require a 2- or 3-step improvement or progression on the DRSS to determine therapeutic merit. However, relatively large sample sizes are ...
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WEBBy Alan P. Lyss, MD. Factors preventing more widespread use of biosimilars in oncology include the cost and complexity of biosimilar development, oncologists’ lack of knowledge about biosimilars, and the fact that interactions between payers, manufacturers, and pharmacy benefit managers can sometimes drive up the cost of biosimilars.
Geographic Atrophy Treatments In The Pipeline for 2022
WEBFeb 4, 2022 · Geographic Atrophy Treatments In The Pipeline for 2022. Clockwise: Figure A. Fundus photograph of an eye with geographic atrophy (GA). There is loss of the outer retina and choriocapillaris with prominent underlying larger choroidal vessels. Figure B. Corresponding fundus autofluorescence demonstrating large areas of hypo-autofluorescence or ...
Expertscape Publishes Top 10 Specialists in Glaucoma
WEBOct 30, 2020 · Expertscape, a web platform that identifies and objectively ranks physicians and researchers that excel in the treatment and diagnosis of specific disease states, has released their rankings for US physicians who specialize in the research and treatment of glaucoma.. Using Expertscape’s patented algorithm, Robert Weinreb, MD, of UC San Diego Shiley Eye Institute, is the top glaucoma expert ...
Spare, Don’t Tear, the Trabecular Meshwork - Ophthalmology …
WEBMay 21, 2021 · However, we now also know that in addition to pumping fluid out of the eye, the trabecular meshwork acts as both a sensor of pressure and regulator of aqueous outflow. As such, the healthy trabecular meshwork doesn’t just restrict outflow but monitors, controls, and facilitates it as well. 17 Given this modern understanding, tearing through ...
Ocular Myasthenia Gravis Treatment Options Explained
WEBJuly 20, 2023. Myasthenia gravis (MG) can occur in 2 forms: a generalized myasthenia gravis (GMG) or purely ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG). Ocular myasthenia gravis is characterized by progressive fatigability of skeletal muscle limited to the orbicularis oculi, levator palpebrae superioris, and the extraocular muscles. 1 Up to half of patients ...
Goniotomy, Phacoemulsification Provides 36-Month IOP …
WEBMay 14, 2024. A combined MIGS procedure can keep IOP low through 36 months. Through 36 months, excisional Kahook Dual Blade goniotomy combined with phacoemulsification leads to decreased intraocular pressure (IOP) and a reduced dependence on anti-glaucoma medications for patients with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG), according to a poster ...
Topical 5-Fluorouracil Appropriate for Most Ocular Surface …
WEBJan 9, 2023 · Most patients with ocular surface squamous neoplasia (OSSN) respond to treatment with topical 5-fluorouracil (5FU) eye drops, with complete resolution achieved in 87% of eyes treated, according to results of a study published in The Ocular Surface.The study shows efficacy in 2 years worth of follow up with minimal side effects.
Normal Tension Glaucoma Linked to Systemic Hypertension, …
WEBPatients with normal-tension glaucoma (NTG) may have generalized vascular dysregulation, increasing their risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, according to research published in the Journal of Glaucoma.Prior research has linked glaucoma to hypotension and exaggerated nocturnal blood pressure (BP) dipping.
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