As an initial strategy, observation of patients with RRD who are asymptomatic may outweigh risks of surgery, when there appears to be a low risk of progression. Source: AAO
This study described treatment patterns of intravitreal anti-VEGF injections for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and measured retreatment and complication rates. Source: AAO
Investigators used national survey data of subjective, self-reported visual function and objective VA to assess sociodemographic disparities in visual function in adolescents. Source: AAO
A multicenter cohort study investigated whether the proteomic signature of a patient with noninfectious uveitis can predict the need for systemic immunomodulatory therapy. Source: AAO
Visual outcomes and photoreceptor integrity were compared among 3 drainage techniques, with the result that perfluorocarbon liquid (PFCL) may lead to inferior outcomes. Source: AAO
AI–aided retinal imaging improves vascular disease screening, poor sleepers have higher risk of glaucoma, risk factors are identified for uveitis in JIA, and tips are available on how to predict postsurgical outcomes in patients with diabetes. Source: AAO
A retrospective chart review of patients with uveal melanoma confirmed that basal diameter is an independent risk factor for metastasis. Source: AAO
In a phase 2 study, 0.03 mg and 0.06 mg of varenicline for patients with dry eye showed statistically significant improvements in tear film production, through a mode of nasal drug delivery. Source: AAO
A study comparing women patients being treated with taxanes vs. tamoxifen for breast cancer found increased risks of epiphora, cystoid macular edema, and optic neuropathy in the taxanes group. Source: AAO