A novel monotherapy may reduce the risk of relapse for patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), according to data presented by Genentech at the 35th Congress of the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis. Source: AAO
This prospective study examined the prevalence, incidence and natural history of subclinical macular neovascularization in eyes with unilateral dry AMD. Source: AAO
This retrospective review describes the clinical outcomes of 75 external dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) procedures in patients with systemic sarcoidosis. Source: AAO
This review article explores the effectiveness of topical corticosteroids, alone or combined with anti-infectives/antibiotics, for treatment of acute infectious conjunctivitis. Source: AAO
This cross-sectional study examined the association between genetic risk variants of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) and age at the time of diagnosis. Source: AAO
This week, the pupils’ response to a brain teaser could warn of Alzheimer disease later in life, a retinitis pigmentosa drug gains fast-track status and Google bans ads for unproven stem cell therapies. Source: AAO
This IRIS Registry-based study assessed the incidence and visual outcomes of acute-onset endophthalmitis after cataract surgery in the United States. Source: AAO
To evaluate the utility of Lyme screening in people with uveitis, researchers performed a retrospective review of patients who were seen at the uveitis clinic at the National Eye Institute. Source: AAO
In this study, the authors investigated the prevalence of angle kappa in hyperopic eyes and its effect on the refractive outcomes of excimer laser vision correction. Source: AAO
This study investigated the benefits of early treatment with high-dose methylprednisolone in patients with AQP4 and MOG antibody-positive optic neuritis. Source: AAO