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ViaLase and Moran Eye Center launch glaucoma research partnership
Collaboration combines ViaLase’s novel femtosecond laser procedure with iPerfusion technology to better understand the IOP-lowering effect.
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How reliable are VR devices for visual field testing?
Self-administered virtual reality visual field testing produced reliable results with high patient acceptability.
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ARPA-H invests in four research teams for eye transplant project
National initiative seeks to develop new technologies and therapies that function as regenerative solutions to preserve or regrow nerves from the eye and to the brain.
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Study proposes new severity scale for diabetic macular ischemia
Researchers developed the DMI severity scale by measuring capillary nonperfusion in OCT-A imaging.
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OCT-A determines DME treatment response to alternative therapies
Higher vascular density in the superficial and deep capillary plexuses correlated with good outcomes on ranibizumab.
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Bascom Palmer receives moonshot project award to support whole eye transplant
In collaboration with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, researchers will develop an approach involving oculoplasty, microsurgery, and optic nerve regeneration.
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Does socioeconomic status impact pediatric amblyopia rates?
Students with lower socioeconomic status experienced a higher rate of amblyopia risk factors.
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Pilot study evaluates scleral lens device and cyclosporine for DED drug delivery
Promising data on symptom and ocular surface tolerability supports using the customizable PROSE drug delivery system with cyclosporine 0.05%.
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Is there a link between outer retinal thinning and brain health in AMD?
Outer retinal thinning associated with brain atrophy in regions involved in vision, memory, and dementia.
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Diabetes mellitus subtypes may lead to increased retinal thinning
Microvascular damage associated with SIDD, while early retinal neurodegeneration shown in SIRD patients.
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Study names new risk factors for PCR during cataract surgery
UK-based study identifies associations between high myopia, prior vitrectomy, and risk of PCR.
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Researchers test ChatGPT on retinal disease clinical guidelines
ChatGPT accurately answered questions related to medical retinal care, but struggled with surgical conditions.
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Could optic disc hemorrhage impact glaucoma progression?
Cup-type hemorrhage associated with faster rate of visual field loss and higher risk of glaucoma progression.
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Could RNFL changes and vessel density detect pseudoexfoliation glaucoma?
RNFL damage may be more noticeable than vascular density changes.
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New prediction model proposed for eyelid sebaceous carcinoma
Nomogram for assessing risk of eyelid sebaceous carcinoma recurrence may be superior to traditional staging system.
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Omnibus model identifies framework for effective myopia management
New research out of the 2024 AAOpt meeting investigates two key—but broad—areas of disease progression among pediatric patients.
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Pilot study compares at-home vs in-clinic glaucoma monitoring systems
Despite issues with patient adherence, at-home testing correlated strongly with in-clinic perimetry and tonometry.
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The Vision Council reports Q3 2024 optical market consumer trends
Latest data examines U.S. consumer views and behaviors, finding a notable increase in in-person budget eyewear purchases and slight decline in online purchases.
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Investigators receive $6.4M NEI grant for AMD oral candidate
The $6.4 million in funding will support the clinical development of an advanced, small molecule drug with dual specificity.
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