Cornea

Study Reports Low Prevalence of Neoplastic Disease in Pterygium Cases

Just 0.6% of specimens out of over 2,000 biopsied were positive for both.
05/31/2023

Punctal Occlusion Doesn’t Worsen Ocular Allergy Symptoms

An analysis of three randomized trials reported significant reductions in itching and redness with an intracanalicular insert.
05/23/2023

Study Highlights Diurnal Variation of Visual Acuity, Refraction in Fuchs’

While small changes don’t typically necessitate a second set of glasses, these changes remain an important clinical finding.
05/22/2023

Low Humidity Contributes to DED

Researchers suggest greater diligence to optimizing the water content in indoor environments could be a complementary means of improving ocular surface comfort.
05/22/2023

Study Identifies Influences on Axial Length in Ortho-K

These factors included age at initial lens wear, lens type and size of corneal flattening area.
05/19/2023

Corneal Optics are Significantly Affected by Pterygium

Certain characteristics of this wing-shaped growth may help predict corneal changes and even recurrence.
05/18/2023

Steroid, Antiviral Combo Most Effective for Herpes Stromal Keratitis

When used together, the regimen can lower the risk of recurrence more than either agent separately.
05/17/2023

Diabetes Linked to Increased Prevalence of Fuchs’

Researchers also identified demographic risk factors for this condition, including female sex, European ancestry and multimorbidity.
05/17/2023

DMEK Leads to Rapid VA Improvement After Fuchs’

The procedure’s long-term safety outcomes were similar to DSEK’s, but the former resulted in significantly better vision.
05/16/2023

How Contact Lenses Contribute to Dry Eye

Learn about their impact on the fragile structure of the tear film, which patients are at greatest risk and the options available to alleviate symptoms.
05/15/2023

Upcoming Events

June 13, 2023

All Eyes on Evaporation
Location: Virtual
Speaker: Ranjan Malhotra, MD, FACS, and Kelly Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO
Webinar: 8:00pm EST

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June 21, 2023

Showcasing Inflammation and IOP Control
Location: Del Frisco's Washington, DC
Speakers: Derek Cunningham, OD, FAAO, and Justin Schweitzer, OD, FAAO
Dinner/Presentation: 7:00pm EST

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June 22, 2023

All Eyes on Evaporation
Location: Mastro's Steakhouse Washington, DC
Speakers: Melissa Barnett, OD, and Paul Karpecki, OD
Dinner/Presentation: 7:00pm EST

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