Research
Most Ophthalmology Researchers Don’t Disclose Conflicts of Interest
A study found that in medical journal articles, nearly two-thirds reported none and only 1% reported all.
11/03/2022
Topical Version of Parkinson’s Drug Being Studied for Myopia Control
A Phase I trial finds no evidence of adverse effects from levodopa/carbidopa on ocular tissues.
10/17/2022
DME, RVO Trials Underrepresent Minority Groups
Although the rate varied by degree for each demographic, Hispanics in particular are poorly reflected in the literature.
10/11/2022
Stem Cells Help Reveal GA’s Genetic Markers
The molecular signatures could potentially be used for treatment screenings using patient-derived RPE cells.
08/08/2022
Exercise Habits Do Not Impact Ocular Vessel Stiffness
However, study findings confirmed the effects of aging on ocular circulation.
04/27/2022
Mental Illness in Children, Teens Associated With Eye Disease
Anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar and depression were risk factors.
03/22/2022
Higher Resolution Screens May Reduce Digital Eye Strain
They induced less accommodative lag in a recent study.
02/21/2022
Dysbiosis More Common in Ocular Surface Microbiota of Allergy Patients
An increased prevalence of an organisms called Blautia was associated with conjunctival reaction.
12/17/2021
Vascular Plexus Blood Flow Adapts to Metabolic Changes
This structure was observed through OCT-A to regulate vessel density in response to both hyperoxia and hypoxia.
12/16/2021
New Patient Questionnaire Helps Quantify IOL Side Effects
Known as “QUVID,” it may help clinicians identify the optimal lens design and features to limit complications, study finds.
11/15/2021
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