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Could optic disc hemorrhage impact glaucoma progression?
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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.
Could RNFL changes and vessel density detect pseudoexfoliation glaucoma?
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Could RNFL changes and vessel density detect pseudoexfoliation glaucoma?

RNFL damage may be more noticeable than vascular density changes.
New prediction model proposed for eyelid sebaceous carcinoma
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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.
Omnibus model identifies framework for effective myopia management
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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.
Pilot study compares at-home vs in-clinic glaucoma monitoring systems
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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.
The Vision Council reports Q3 2024 optical market consumer trends
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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.
Investigators receive $6.4M NEI grant for AMD oral candidate
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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.
Researchers develop fluorescent gel device for cataract surgery
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Researchers develop fluorescent gel device for cataract surgery

Johns Hopkins University researchers tested a new color-changing hydrogel intended to reduce post-cataract surgery complications.
How effective are GLP-1 agonists in protecting against glaucoma?
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How effective are GLP-1 agonists in protecting against glaucoma?

GLP-1 receptor agonist use linked with significantly decreased risk of developing glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
Six-year data supports Kahook Dual Blade for glaucoma
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Six-year data supports Kahook Dual Blade for glaucoma

Kahook Dual Blade demonstrated excellent safety profile and favorable success rate in 6-year clinical outcomes.
Study ties estrogen and menopause to delayed glaucoma diagnosis
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Study ties estrogen and menopause to delayed glaucoma diagnosis

Longer estrogen-based hormone therapy associated with later glaucoma diagnosis in postmenopausal women.
How effective is repeat SLT in reducing IOP?
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How effective is repeat SLT in reducing IOP?

Study determines efficacy regardless of initial response, but commentary questions some results.
AAO and FundamentalVR partner to launch VR Education program
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AAO and FundamentalVR partner to launch VR Education program

First-of-its kind initiative will initially focus on surgical training skills for pediatric retinopathy.
Future of optometry is increasingly women, report finds
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Future of optometry is increasingly women, report finds

Data indicates that women account for 71% of enrollees in the Class of 2028, marking an upward trend among North American optometry schools in recent years.
Outdoor exposure leads to less myopic shift among children
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Outdoor exposure leads to less myopic shift among children

Researchers recommend at least 15 minutes of outdoor time with no less than 2,000 lux sunlight intensity.
CASExGLOBAL partners with Clinical AI and iOR Partners on AI-based clinical trials for OBS centers
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CASExGLOBAL partners with Clinical AI and iOR Partners on AI-based clinical trials for OBS centers

Collaboration focuses on debuting an advanced SMO to create a decentralized trial framework designed to streamline processes and accelerate drug and device development.
IRIS Registry-based data predicts significant IOP response
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IRIS Registry-based data predicts significant IOP response

IOP response after cataract surgery linked with certain traits, such as baseline IOP, age, and male sex.
The Vision Council reports Q2 2024 optical market trends
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The Vision Council reports Q2 2024 optical market trends

Prescription and non-prescription products showed decline and growth, respectively, compared to Q1, with a mixed forecast expected in Q3.
How does peripheral defocus impact pediatric myopia development?
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How does peripheral defocus impact pediatric myopia development?

Researchers explore whether peripheral defocus of the horizontal direction increases the risk of myopia development in children.
Bascom Palmer receives NIH grant for CSVD detection via the eye
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Bascom Palmer receives NIH grant for CSVD detection via the eye

The $4.7 million award will fund the creation of a novel, noninvasive imaging device that will read capillary blood flow through the retina.