The authors discuss the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for surgeons as well as the usage, availability and rationing of materials during the COVID-19 pandemic. Source: AAO
This retrospective single-center case series reports the characteristics and outcomes of pediatric patients with keratoconus who underwent corneal crosslinking (CXL) under general anesthesia. Source: AAO
This week, a patient with COVID-19 experiences orbital emphysema, scientists provide a peek into how hummingbirds distinguish colors and new studies challenge researchers’ understanding of retinitis pigmentosa 59. Source: AAO
This survey study sought to investigate the perceived educational impact of podcasts and other materials on the general retina community. Source: AAO
This prospective, randomized clinical trial compared the efficacy and safety of 3 fragmentation patterns in eyes undergoing femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS). Source: AAO
This study evaluated the optic nerve sheath diameter in eyes with dysthyroid optic neuropathy. Source: AAO
Researchers from Duke University assessed whether N95 respirators could be decontaminated using hydrogen peroxide vapor. Source: AAO
This week, several ophthalmic drugs appear on the FDA’s shortage list, a vitamin A analog shows promise for early diabetic retinopathy and an SMS texting system could streamline patient encounters during the pandemic. Source: AAO
This retrospective study evaluated the features and outcomes of eyes with retinal vasculitis and inflammation after brolucizumab treatment for neovascular AMD. Source: AAO
Inebilizumab (Uplizna) has been cleared for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD). The monotherapy drug is now the first and only B cell-depleting antibody approved for the disease. Source: AAO
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