On post-mortem examination, eyes from patients with COVID-19 showed ocular abnormalities consistent with viral infection and SARS-CoV-2 spike RNA in multiple layers of the retina. Source: AAO
This meta-analysis aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of NSAID monotherapy vs corticosteroid monotherapy vs NSAIDs + corticosteroids for the reduction of post–cataract surgery complications. Source: AAO
While there are many published studies regarding the use of oral propranolol for prevention of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), there is no general consensus on the advantages and risks of this therapy. Source: AAO
An Academy Ophthalmic Technology Assessment explored the literature to assess the effect on patient outcomes of adjuvant mitomycin C used during dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). Source: AAO
A study conducted in Hong Kong found that treatment with atropine 0.05% eye drops led to lower 2-year rates of myopia incidence and myopic progression than either atropine 0.01% drops or placebo. Source: AAO
Children who received atropine for myopia control did not have a dose-related benefit in the 20 years after treatment. Source: AAO
An increase in ocular trauma is seen in areas where fireworks are legal, a potential link between subconjunctival hemorrhage and lower bleeding disorder rates is noted, and the holiday season means more eye injuries from flying corks. Source: AAO
Patients with diabetes may experience faster closure of corneal epithelial defects after vitreoretinal surgery if they are prescribed topical insulin rather than artificial tears postoperatively. Source: AAO
A randomized controlled trial compared final cycloplegic refraction with tropicamide 1% vs cyclopentolate 1% in a general population of children with brown irides. Source: AAO
In cases of uncomplicated primary RRD repair, prophylactic laser treatment appears to lower the chances of developing tears or retinal detachments in the fellow eye. Source: AAO
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