Ocular injuries related to partner violence are seen more often in women than men, online learning is associated with vision issues, and inflammatory back pain is underdiagnosed in patients with uveitis. Source: AAO
A randomized controlled trial evaluated whether there were efficacy and safety differences between 180 and 360 degrees of selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) treatment. Source: AAO
Two ultra-rare genetic variants are associated with AMD, more varied visual stimulation is seen with walking than reading, and retinal fundus scans could be used to predict age. Source: AAO
There are different risks and benefits to consider when choosing penetrating keratoplasty (PK) or deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) for advanced keratoconus. Source: AAO
An AI model was trained to use ultra-widefield fundus autofluorescence (UW-FAF) images to accurately estimate visual function in patients with retinitis pigmentosa. Source: AAO
For patients with nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy, treating early with aflibercept may slow disease progression, but it does not appear to positively impact vision long-term. Source: AAO
Nanoparticles added to injections may prevent corneal graft rejection, the retinal microvasculature is affected by COVID-19 infection, and increased genetic risk of glaucoma accelerates visual field loss. Source: AAO
Acute posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) often presents with concurrent complications, but many eyes continue to experience retinal complications months after diagnosis. Source: AAO
Even 15 years after the initial procedure, corneal crosslinking appears to safely stabilize the cornea without the need for retreatment in most patients with progressive keratoconus. Source: AAO
A novel predictive scoring system aims to help quantify the risk of failure of plaque brachytherapy, a common treatment option for posterior uveal melanoma. Source: AAO
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