This week, UK students hone their surgical skills virtually, interactive aids help patients make IOL choices, and a patient with GA receives the first bionic eye chip in the UK. Source: AAO
In this retrospective cohort study, investigators examined prescribing patterns for extended-release/long-acting (ER/LA) opioids among oculoplastic surgeons listed in the Medicare Part D database. Source: AAO
The MINIject glaucoma drainage device, composed of a biocompatible porous silicone material, is a novel implant developed to target the suprachoroidal space. Six-month data have been previously published; this study evaluated the efficacy and safety of the MINIject device over a 2-year follow-up period. Source: AAO
In this study, investigators at a single center in Germany compared contrast sensitivity in patients with both nuclear cataract and corneal guttae with that seen in patients with cataract alone. They compared the results of the triple DMEK procedure vs. cataract surgery alone in these patient groups. Source: AAO
This was the first prospective, randomized, multicenter study of repeated low-level red-light therapy for myopia control in children, a treatment currently approved in China for amblyopia. Source: AAO
This is the first report of small fiber neuropathy on the ocular surface linked to the SARS-CoV-2 virus, with symptoms and morphologic landmarks similar to those seen with diabetic neuropathy and dry eye disease. Source: AAO
This retrospective study assessed the efficacy and safety of tocilizumab and anti–tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFα) agent for the control of ocular inflammation in patients with noninfectious uveitis and macular edema (ME). Source: AAO
This prospective, multicenter randomized clinical trial compared the efficacy of compression sutures plus intracameral air injection (CSAI) and thermokeratoplasty (TKP) for the management of acute corneal hydrops in patients with keratoconus. Source: AAO
This retrospective cohort study was conducted to determine whether the presence of noninfectious uveitis (NIU) leads to higher rates of COVID-19 infection, hospitalization due to severe disease, and/or death. Source: AAO
This prospective randomized study compared visual outcomes following wavefront-guided laser in situ keratomileusis (WFG-LASIK) surgery performed in one eye and small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) surgery performed in the other eye. Source: AAO
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