Retina
Length of Sleep Might Yield Clues to Eye Disorder Risk
Longer duration was correlated with higher rates of DR, shorter periods with cataract.
01/30/2023
Angle Closure Extent Correlated with IOP Elevation Risk
The relationship was nonlinear in this study; when the circumference exceeded 180°, pressure levels increased rapidly.
01/19/2023
OCT: An Indispensable Tool in Retina Care
Learn how to use the plethora of clinical data provided by this technology to help detect and assess dozens of posterior segment conditions.
01/15/2023
Diabetes, VF Damage, Sleep Apnea All Risk Factors for Fellow Eye Involvement in NAION
Study suggests more intensive follow-ups are needed for these patients.
01/12/2023
Vitreous Opacity on OCT a Telltale Sign of Retinal Tear
The finding was seen in 86% of patients with posterior vitreous detachment who went on to develop this complication.
01/10/2023
Retinal Fundus Camera Works in Ambient Light
The new device from Topcon also offers a faster processing speed than previous models.
01/08/2023
Long-term Data Shows Metformin Doesn’t Prevent AMD
In patients at high risk of type 2 diabetes, healthy lifestyle changes also weren’t associated with a change in the presence or severity of macular degeneration.
01/05/2023
OHT, Macular Edema Common Adverse Events Post-Capsulotomy
Study shows they were detected in more than 10% of patients, highlighting the need for close follow-up.
01/05/2023
Geographic Atrophy Manifests Differently in Asians than Europeans
Most East Asians demonstrated smaller lesion size and slower growth rates—but not all.
01/05/2023
Newest AMD Prevalence Estimate Says 20 Million Americans Affected
Nearly all—92.5%—are classified as early-stage disease in a new study that finds growth in this population.
01/04/2023
