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Blood type may determine retinal structures
Changes in macular and peripapillary RNFL thickness linked with certain blood types.
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Study identifies Vitamin D benefits for dry eye
Analyses find improved tear production and reduced lid hyperemia were among the advantages.
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New data supports NovaSight's binocular eye-tracking device for amblyopia control
Randomized controlled trial found that CureSight treatment achieved significantly greater visual acuity gains than eye patching.
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Do ocular allergies negate impact of pediatric ortho-k?
Potential link ties allergic conjunctivitis during ortho-k lens wear with increased axial length growth.
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Case Report: A rare occurrence of caruncle and conjunctival argyrosis
Homeopathic colloidal silver eye drops lead to a rare clinical diagnosis.
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Stress leads to IOP increase in glaucoma patients
New research evaluates the impact of psychological stress on patients with POAG.
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Does eye shape determine glaucoma severity?
Glaucoma may be more severe and progress faster in eyes with longer axial lengths.
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SLT vs drops: Which is more effective for IOP reduction?
Meta-analysis evaluated efficacy of treatment options for primary open-angle glaucoma
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Suicide rates highest for female physicians, meta-analysis reports
Systematic review of generalized healthcare identifies females’ risk to be 76% higher than the general population.
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Short-term sunlight exposure impacts pediatric myopia development
New study investigates how sun exposure may impact fundus blood flow perfusion.
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Active lifestyle among hyperopia patients lowers depression risk
New study shows which factors may impact depression risk in patients with refractive errors.
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Alzheimer's biomarker linked to putative retinal gliosis
Research finds potential benefit of putative retinal gliosis for early Alzheimer's disease detection.
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New report reveals US eye care practice performance is decreasing
Over 75% of eye care providers report inflation having a direct impact on their practice operations.
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Cholesterol medication may also reduce DR risk
LENS trial evaluated the cholesterol medication fenofibrate’s potential ability to slow DR.
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Ophthalmology workforce lacks diversity, new analysis reports
Study: “Continued advocacy for equitable representation is needed to ensure the field reflects the diverse society it serves.”
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Lampalizumab injections lead to low IOP risk for GA
A recent study examined the IOP safety of intravitreal lampalizumab and the rate of ocular adverse events.
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What is the highest risk factor for bacterial keratitis?
Gram-negative bacteria were predominantly detected in patients diagnosed with the common form of keratitis.
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Study identifies key variables for keratoconus progression risk
New parameter may be the most significant indicator for corneal thinning and Max-K progression.
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NIH study finds gap in Medicaid vision coverage among adults
Significant number of states lack coverage for both routine eye exams and glasses, analysis reports.
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