Improved visual acuity and high patient satisfaction are reported after phacoemulsification cataract surgery with an IC-8 IOL placed in one eye to improve depth of focus. Source: AAO
Belzutifan (Welireg) was used in one young patient to partially reduce hemangioblastoma size and vascularity. Source: AAO
Investigators compared the outcomes of immediate treatment of low-risk small choroidal melanocytic tumors versus treatment after further tumor growth was observed and found no higher risk of metastasis in the observation-first cases. Source: AAO
Using data from the IRIS Registry, investigators identified the incidence of repeat keratoplasty after endothelial keratoplasty (EK) and the associated risk factors. Source: AAO
Eye bank technicians measured endothelial cell density to evaluate possible anomalies in measurements. Heat maps revealed a discontinuity at and above 2500 cells/mm2. Source: AAO
An experimental gene therapy shows promise in Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), Genentech issues a voluntary recall for Susvimo, and heavy smoking leads to increased RNFL thinning. Source: AAO
In a cohort study, children with idiopathic chronic anterior uveitis (iCAU) diagnosed at a younger age were more likely to have long-term ocular complications than those diagnosed at an older age. Source: AAO
A retrospective chart review examined whether direct immunofluorescence testing of buccal mucosa biopsies can detect ocular cicatricial pemphigoid. Source: AAO
Investigators evaluated the prevalence and clinical presentation of ophthalmologic abnormalities in children with brain tumors. Source: AAO
This study assessed the effects in the cornea and trigeminal ganglion of the pathophysiology from induced aqueous deficiency dry eye, and the therapeutic effect of pregabalin on pain. Source: AAO