• Category: Research
White paper supports Sequel progressive addition lenses for digital eye strain
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White paper supports Sequel progressive addition lenses for digital eye strain

After 6 weeks, patients experienced an average of 71% reduction in DES symptoms and three-fourths reported no end-of-day fatigue.
Oculis's global DME consensus study identifies critical gaps in care
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Oculis's global DME consensus study identifies critical gaps in care

Expert panel highlights disease management while emphasizing the importance of early intervention and non-invasive treatment options based on BCVA outcomes.
Do anti-VEGF injections increase cataract risk?
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Do anti-VEGF injections increase cataract risk?

A 15-year retrospective study found injected eyes nearly six times more likely to undergo cataract surgery than their untreated fellow eyes.
Real-world TED data finds disease advances beyond acute phase
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Real-world TED data finds disease advances beyond acute phase

Real-world study demonstrates heterogeneous disease progression in TED, challenging the traditional self-limited paradigm.
Breakthrough trial finds MiYOSMART iQ spectacle lenses halt childhood myopia progression
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Breakthrough trial finds MiYOSMART iQ spectacle lenses halt childhood myopia progression

Latest 12-month data details highest myopia-control efficacy results reported to date in myopes as young as age 4 wearing HOYA’s D.I.M.S. technology.
Are blue-light blocking IOLs actually effective?
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Are blue-light blocking IOLs actually effective?

Yellow-tinted lenses were associated with a decline in macular pigment density over 3 years, the opposite of the intended effect.
Epioxa phase 3 pivotal trial supports early intervention for keratoconus management
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Epioxa phase 3 pivotal trial supports early intervention for keratoconus management

New findings reinforce epi-on CXL's role in early keratoconus treatment, Glaukos is planning an extension trial for long-term monitoring.
Researchers question safety of red light among pediatric myopes
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Researchers question safety of red light among pediatric myopes

Laboratory analysis suggests some devices may exceed established retinal safety limits during recommended treatment times.
Could human breast milk treat dry eye disease?
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Could human breast milk treat dry eye disease?

Narrative review traces ophthalmic uses of human milk back to anciant Egyptian papyrus, finding the biology behind it might hold up.
Study: Pickleball-related eye injuries on the rise
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Study: Pickleball-related eye injuries on the rise

National review finds rising emergency visits, frequent ball-strike trauma, and a clear case for protective eyewear.
Popular GLP-1RA may increase risk for ION and vision loss
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Popular GLP-1RA may increase risk for ION and vision loss

Study findings suggest a potential dose- and formulation-dependent association between semaglutide and ischemic optic neuropathy
Maternal diabetes exposure increases severe ROP risk
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Maternal diabetes exposure increases severe ROP risk

In-utero exposure to maternal diabetes may raise the odds, even in infants who appear lower risk by traditional measures.
Does smoking age your eyes?
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Does smoking age your eyes?

Mouse model study finds cigarette smoke may cause changes in eye cells similar to aging damage, with younger and older cells differing in protection.
Vitamin D deficiency leads to increased dry eye risk
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Vitamin D deficiency leads to increased dry eye risk

Study findings suggest patients with low Vitamin D levels may face a higher likelihood of developing DED.
Severe DR linked to higher dementia risk
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Severe DR linked to higher dementia risk

Association reinforces the potential role of routine eye exams in early cognitive screening.
Study links poor diet with increased pediatric myopia
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Study links poor diet with increased pediatric myopia

Cross-sectional study finds diets heavy in processed and sugar foods increase risk, while those rich in nuts, legumes, and whole grains appear protective.
TEPEZZA on-body injector demonstrates positive phase 3 performance for TED
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TEPEZZA on-body injector demonstrates positive phase 3 performance for TED

FDA-approved therapy administered subcutaneously met its primary endpoint in demonstrating a statistically significant and clinically meaningful 77% PRR.
Dry eye may indicate early signs of autoimmune disease
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Dry eye may indicate early signs of autoimmune disease

Study findings suggest ocular surface symptoms may precede systemic autoimmune diagnosis by several years.
Study: High-intensity exercise critical for reducing DR
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Study: High-intensity exercise critical for reducing DR

Physical activity also improved peripheral retinal vessel measurements, with benefits peaking around five sessions and 180 minutes per week.
Study: CV risk score identifies future eye disease risk
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Study: CV risk score identifies future eye disease risk

Pooled Cohort Equations (PCE) score may help identify high-risk patients when preventive measures may protect their vision.