The News Feed
Timely reports on clinical research, legislative updates and product launches, from the editors of Review of Optometry and RCCL. Stories post each weekday morning.
Rebound Tonometry Provided for the Seated Slit Lamp Patient
A new device configuration can provide a quick and comfortable experience for both clinician and patient.
October 11, 2024
En Face OCT Better than B-Scan in Diagnosis of Early Macular Atrophy in AMD
Presumed iRORA lesions can in fact be components of cRORA about one-quarter of the time, analysis finds.
October 11, 2024
Older Age, Moderate Visual Impairment Linked to Worse GA Outcomes
A study involving over 18,000 patients with the condition found that by 36 months, 19% progressed to neovascular AMD, which doubled the risk of exudative conversion in the fellow eye.
October 11, 2024
Researchers Explore Possible Blood Test for AMD
Three particular metabolite biomarkers offer strong preliminary evidence to pave the way in developing the first routine lab study for this disease.
October 11, 2024
New Study Highlights Likelihood of Macular Retinoschisis in Elderly High Myopes
Data reveals a 27.9% prevalence among this patient population, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and monitoring of its impact on vision health.
October 10, 2024
In UK, SLTs by Optometry as Safe and Effective as Those Done by Ophthalmology
Recent study demonstrated that outcomes were similar at 24 months post-op.
October 10, 2024
Two Fundus Camera Candidates for DR Screening Show Promise
In a large UK initiative, ultra-widefield imaging demonstrated high sensitivity for referrable cases.
October 10, 2024
In Early, Moderate POAG, Strain on Lamina Cribrosa Affects RNFL Thickness Decrease
Not only IOP but also ONH geometric factors are important in the progression of glaucoma.
October 9, 2024
Fragmented Circadian Rhythm May Increase DR Risk
This potential relationship was tested in part due to the well-documented effect that this bodily process plays in regulating glucose homeostasis.
October 9, 2024
Axial Elongation, Myopia Progression Vary by Region, Ethnicity and Age
Compared to children in European countries, those in East Asia advanced faster, with larger differences observed in younger eyes.
October 9, 2024
Outer Retinal Thinning May Signal Cognitive Decline in Those with Early AMD
This measurement was associated with atrophy of the brain regions involved in vision, memory and dementia-related regions.
October 8, 2024
Vessel Density on OCT-A May Differentiate True from Pseudo Optic Disc Swelling
In a new case series, this measurement was significantly higher in eyes with drusen and controls than those with papilledema or NAION.
October 8, 2024
Study Highlights Unique Ocular Characteristics of Children with History of ROP
New research reveals that these patients have a shorter axial length, steeper cornea and thicker macula, and calls for ongoing efforts to assess the long-term impact on visual outcomes.
October 8, 2024
California Notes Improvement in ROP Care, Reducing Incidence and Racial Disparities
These trends differed from the contrasting increases seen in national trends.
October 7, 2024
Intraretinal Hyperreflective Bodies in Intermediate, Late AMD Relate to Migrating RPE Cells
OCT revealed that these lesions were also associated with defects in the ELM and ellipsoid zone.
October 7, 2024
Success of Trabeculectomy Low in Glaucoma Patients of African Ancestry
Study finds greater susceptible to complications in those requiring surgery at a younger age or subjects with a known family history of the condition.
October 7, 2024
Study Describes Risk Factors for Ocular Complications in HZO
Researchers found that increased age, female sex, steroids at initial visit and stromal involvement were each linked with higher odds of developing further problems.
October 4, 2024
Study Identifies OCT-A Parameters to Predict DME Treatment Response
At baseline, patients who experienced good outcomes on ranibizumab therapy tended to have higher vascular densities in the superficial and deep capillary plexuses and smaller FAZ areas.
October 4, 2024
Researchers Identify Risk Factors for Neovascular Glaucoma After Vein Occlusion
Absence of PVD, Black race, Hispanic ethnicity, diabetic retinopathy and CRVO vs. BRVO incidents are all linked to a higher likelihood. The findings emphasize the importance of early detection and monitoring.
October 4, 2024
Glaucoma Patients Using Alpha Agonists May Have Higher Alzheimer’s Risk
Large study sees a 15% increase in those on the therapy compared with beta-blockers use, which has previously been shown to be protective.
October 3, 2024
Research Uncovers Differences in MNV Response to Anti-VEGF Therapy
Study finds type 2 macular neovascularization decreases more significantly in size and volume over one year of treatment.
October 3, 2024
Be on Guard for Fellow-Eye Disease in PXS
OCT-A could reveal subclinical signs of disease even when slit lamp exam and other methods don’t.
October 3, 2024
Hydroxychloroquine Intake Impacts ONL Thinning
Understanding associations between this medication use and the thinning of retinal regions could serve as an early diagnostic indicator for retinal toxicity.
October 2, 2024
Inverted ILM Flap Best Technique For Macular Atrophy in Myopic Traction Maculopathy
In a new study, half of patients with both diagnoses eventually required surgery, and this procedure conferred a success rate of 94%.
October 2, 2024
OSSN Risk Factors for Development of Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency Identified
Size and severity, as well as recurrence of the malignancy, were all associated with greater odds.
October 2, 2024
Pupils Constrict at High Altitudes, Study Finds
Short-term exposure also led to decreased iris curvature and widened angle opening distance, trabecular-iris space area and angle recess area.
October 1, 2024
Adjuvant Chemo After Enucleation Reduces Recurrence, Improves Survival in Retinoblastoma
Study underscores global discrepancies in defining high-risk histopathology features, calling for a more standardized approach to improve outcomes.
October 1, 2024
Myopia Epidemic Projected to Affect Nearly 740 Million Children Worldwide by 2050
Researchers show a disproportionate impact on girls and East Asian populations in a new study, and they urge swift action to address this public health burden.
October 1, 2024
Myopic Kids More Likely to Experience Dry Eye than Non-myopes
Emmetropes had longer tear break-up times and no evidence of ocular surface disease in a recent large study. Greater screen use is a potential culprit.
September 30, 2024
Age at Diagnosis Prime Factor in Amblyopia Treatment Disparities; Socioeconomic Status Also Significant
Early vision screen and comprehensive pediatric care may address these.
September 30, 2024
Atrial Fibrillation Accelerates VF Loss in Glaucoma Patients
Study with 15-year follow-up finds confirmed cases and people at high risk experience greater annual decline in mean deviation values on HVF.
September 30, 2024
Widefield OCT-A Reveals Effects of High Myopia on Retinal Vascular Structures
Recent findings show a link to decreased peripheral vascular density and altered peripapillary capillary area in response to axial length elongation.
September 27, 2024
Primary Systemic Vasculitis-associated Optic Neuritis Yields Poor Prognosis
Even with prompt and aggressive clinical interventions, outcomes remain unsatisfactory.
September 27, 2024
Choroidal Drainage System Potential Imaging Biomarker for Ocular Diseases
A study found that almost half of healthy eyes had intervortex venous anastomosis, most often in the temporal quadrant, which is a feature of pachychoroid spectrum disorders.
September 27, 2024
Researchers Uncover Key Risk Factors for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Analysis reveals links between male sex, shift work and biomarkers like VEGF and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in understanding the condition’s development.
September 26, 2024
Retina Helps Reveal New Dementia Risk Factor
Elevated levels of HDL-C may be harmful, according to its association with RNFL thinning.
September 26, 2024
OCT Show Promise as Tool to Predict AL
Study provides new insights into the relationship between elongation and retinal and choroidal structures.
September 26, 2024
First Video Magnifier for Visually Impaired iPhone Users
The attachable device, called Optaro, produces a high-contrast, LED-illuminated image with 3.3x to 15x zoom.
September 25, 2024
Eye Doctors Who Wear Glasses Perceived as Smart, but More Aloof
A recent survey also found that responses weren’t influenced by physician race or sex, however.
September 25, 2024
New OCT Method Could Aid Tilted Disc Assessment in Myopic Glaucoma
A 3D-based technique evaluates the morphologic changes that an increasing axial length affects.
September 25, 2024
Indications, Procedures for Keratoplasty Shifted Over Two Decades
Fuchs’ endothelial dystrophy is the top reason currently and lamellar procedures predominate, while surgical keratoconus intervention has declined in the same period.
September 25, 2024
New OSD Imaging System Integrates AI
An anterior segment camera called OmniCad evaluates numerous markers of ocular surface health using an algorithm derived from over a million clinical images.
September 24, 2024
Analysis Identifies New Risk Factors for Posterior Capsular Rupture
Along with already known elements—surgical inexperience, phacodonesis, mature cataract—the study found novel associations with high myopia, previous vitrectomy, shallow anterior chamber depth and amblyopia.
September 24, 2024
Uveitis Common in Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus, Linked to Vision Complications
Research highlights the increased risk of ocular problems and vision loss among HZO patients with this condition, emphasizing the importance of timely antiviral treatment and follow-up care.
September 24, 2024
Glaucoma Medications Linked to Increased Risk of Drug-Related Keratitis
Data shows a concerning relationship, emphasizing the need for heightened clinician awareness. Corneal toxicity from chronic topical therapy is one proposed mechanism.
September 24, 2024
New Study Identifies Key Factors for Retinal Detachment, Vision Loss in ARN
Analysis highlights the role of prompt antiviral therapy and risk factors in managing complications from this condition.
September 23, 2024
Peripheral Neuropathy Increases the Risk of Developing Dry Eye Disease
Researchers discovered that severe cases significantly impact the development of dry eye signs and symptoms.
September 23, 2024
Students at Title 1 Schools Have Higher Amblyopia Risk
Over 11 years referrals for vision screenings have increased in this child population.
September 23, 2024
Study Identifies Normative Values for Macula Vessel Density and FAZ on OCT-A
Both parameters were found to be influenced by age and gender. Additionally, deep capillary structures correlated negatively with height and weight, while superficial correlated positively with diastolic BP.
September 20, 2024
Phentolamine Phase III Data Shows Success in Quickly Reversing Dilation
Roughly half of test subjects—48.9% in one study and 58% in another—saw a return to baseline pupil size within 90 minutes. Hyperemia and discomfort each occurred in about 11% of patients.
September 20, 2024
