- Category: Research
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Atopic dermatitis linked to increased risk for AMD
Study highlights importance of monitoring adult patients with atopic dermatitis for signs of AMD.
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Lower AMD risk tied to long-term metformin use
Study joins growing body of research on the protective effect of metformin against AMD risk in diabetic patients.
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Physical activity tied to decreased glaucoma progression
Study highlights several ways that exercise may reduce the risk of progression in POAG patients.
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Study: DR, DME patients most likely to miss follow-up care
Multiple demographic and socioeconomic factors identified in association with loss to follow-up care in patients with PDR and DME.
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Eyelid irrigating retractor achieves ocular lavage for allergic conjunctivitis
Case study supports use of Rinsada in-office for its additive effect in targeting the beginnings of the allergy cascade to help treat the entire ocular surface.
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Phase 3b data supports superior tear response with TRYPTYR
Presented at AAO, new findings stem from measuring tear volume produced following administration of the DED drop.
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Study: BioTissue's CAM improves recovery following corneal CXL
Research from AAO supports BioTissue’s Prokera as an FDA-cleared therapeutic device for use following epi-off CXL among keratoconus patients.
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New CLI data shows generational variance in contact lens wear
Findings build on initial readout from VEW, with gaps seen in Millennials’ and Gen Z’s lens wear preferences—and room to expand outreach to Gen X on MF options.
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Childhood BMI may determine risk for POAG development
Regardless of childhood weight, low body size in adulthood consistently served as a risk factor for POAG.
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Specific weight loss medications may also benefit ocular outcomes
Newer anti-obesity medications demonstrate a superior ocular safety profile to traditional agents.
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National trial to test preventative atropine drops for pediatric myopia
The University of Houston and The Ohio State University researchers partner on NEI-funded study to test if low-concentrated drops delay onset of myopia.
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Are corneal dystrophies linked to mental health conditions?
Study highlights the importance of assessing corneal dystrophy patients’ psychological well-being.
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Could the retina help detect early hearing loss?
Study highlights utility of retinal microvascular parameters to detect early signs of hearing loss.
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Researchers uncover new muscular data to target eyelid and blinking rates
Study highlights neuromuscular complexity of eyelid motion and roadmap for new diagnostic tools and therapies.
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Contact Lens Institute offers sneak peek at new report identifying cross-generational lens trends
Preview of new See Tomorrow initiative survey data finds significant opportunity for contact lens adoption among Gen Z based on results involving Millennials and Gen X.
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Potential glaucoma prevention benefits linked to nitrate use
Oral nitrate use in patients with ischemic heart disease may have protective effects against glaucoma development.
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Pivotal study showcases enVista Envy IOL's full range of vision
Data includes meeting all efficacy and safety outcomes, with the lens demonstrating statistical superiority in visual outcomes and a favorable dysphotopsia profile.
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Glaucoma Research Foundation receives $5M gift to launch initiative
The Treatment Accelerator Initiative is designed to fund and accelerate the preclinical to phase 1 stage of potential therapeutics for optic nerve preservation.
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FLACS versus phaco: Which is more advantageous?
Meta-analysis joins growing body of literature demonstrating comparable results between the two.
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