A Danish investigation into the genetics behind uveal melanoma suggests a link between certain chromosomal alterations and earlier recurrence of tumors. Source: AAO
Investigators sought to determine whether intravitreal or oral steroids were more effective at postsurgical inflammation control in patients with uveitis. Source: AAO
A Brazilian retrospective review found baseline steeper maximum keratometry and a history of allergies were associated with faster keratoconus progression in pediatric patients. Source: AAO
Imaging can be used to identify cerebral malaria and its associated retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion (RVO) is a rare side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine, and ChatGPT finds board test prep questions difficult. Source: AAO
This study examined retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) re-treatment rates following initial ROP treatment with anti-VEGF therapy (ranibizumab or bevacizumab) at various doses. Source: AAO
Using 2017–2019 data from the US National Trauma Data Bank, investigators assessed epidemiologic patterns of ocular trauma related to intimate partner violence. Source: AAO
When performing corneal crosslinking, decreasing the riboflavin induction time by half appears to yield comparable stabilization for eyes with keratoconus. Source: AAO
Rates of ophthalmic pathology and ocular injury in patients who present with orbital fractures vary widely, and knowing when to refer patients for ophthalmologic consultation is key. Source: AAO
Data from a multinational retrospective chart review were used to compare the accuracy of the keratoconus-specific formulas with those of standard IOL calculation formulas. Source: AAO
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