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Research argues in favor of exercise for healthier retinal vasculature among pediatrics
Changes in retinal vasculature could be used as biomarkers for predicting risk of cardiovascular diseases.
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PHOMS may be prevalent among patients with intracranial hypertension
Increased PHOMS volumes in intracranial hypertension suggest a hidden link between optic nerve changes and elevated intracranial pressure.
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Iantrek reports favorable 2-year data on uveoscleral outflow technology for glaucoma
New study details favorable safety profile of the CycloPen System as a bio-interventional platform for OAG patients undergoing combined cataract surgery.
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Could GLP-1 receptor agonists reduce AMD risk?
GLP-1 receptor agonists demonstrate a notable effect on the risk of non-exudative AMD.
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Which is more effective for astigmatism: toric IOLs or FSAK?
Despite comparable clinical outcomes, toric IOLs may have better efficacy for moderate and ATR astigmatism.
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Rare tooth-in-eye surgery restores vision in the blind
First patients in Canada undergo osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis to regain eyesight after severe corneal blindness.
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Study identifies eye surgeon shortage in rural US
Growing disparity in number of rural subspecialist surgeons highlights need for improved patient access to eyecare.
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How effective are autologous serum tears for Sjögren's syndrome at 50% concentration?
Serum tears showed improvements in DED signs and corneal nerve regeneration.
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Nationwide survey links regular drinking with POAG
Four or more drinks per week associated with an increased risk of primary open-angle glaucoma.
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Do omega-3s and DHA actually reduce AMD risk?
An increase in plasma omega-3 was associated with a significant decrease in AMD incidence.
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Study links scleral lens and increased IOP to keratoconus
Scleral lenses linked with changes in IOP after 6 hours of wear in keratoconus patients.
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Vyzulta for POAG shows surprising effect on retinal vessel density
Improved macular microcirculation may be a potential explanation for the observed effect.
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AAO report evaluates validity of multifocal CLs for myopia
Report demonstrates efficacy of multifocal soft CLs for myopia control compared to single-vision spectacles and CLs.
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DME risk may decrease with use of GLP-1 agonists and fenofibrates
Diabetic patients taking calcium channel blockers demonstrated the opposite effect.
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Does sleep apnea increase high IOP risk?
Study joins growing body of research linking sleep apnea and elevated IOP/glaucoma.
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CLI reports new findings on consumer digital habits for contact lens
Sneak peek of latest See Tomorrow initiative data unveils a need for more dual-wear conversations and patient education on contact lens removal.
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Could a low BMI actually lead to POAG?
Low BMI linked with a higher risk of POAG in Black Americans, though the answer to why remains unclear.
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Digital retinal imaging tool may detect dementia
Researchers have created a retinal imaging database to develop AI-based software to detect neurodegenerative diseases during a routine eye exam.
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Researchers identify link between e-cigs and uveitis
Investigation finds an increased risk of uveitis in e-cigarette users.
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