Centrally located corneal scarring due to herpes simplex virus appears to significantly decrease corneal nerve regenerative abilities in comparison to scarring located more peripherally. Source: AAO
The University of Edinburgh is awarding 12 scholarships in their Master of Surgery in Clinical Ophthalmology program through the support of The David and Molly Pyott Foundation. Source: AAO
Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO) is often seen in children with Down syndrome, but is harder to treat in this patient population. Source: AAO
Investigators evaluated whether taking proton pump inhibitors and histamine-2 blockers is a potential risk factor for ocular toxoplasmosis development. Source: AAO
A camera attachment allows visually impaired people to take photos and videos, Medicare reimbursements don’t cover the costs of complex cataract surgeries, and substance use before age 21 may cause later visual impairment. Source: AAO
While it has been theorized that proptosis reduction in patients with thyroid eye disease after teprotumumab infusion is due to decreased extraocular muscle size, this has not been fully quantified. Source: AAO
Using CDC data from its Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System program, investigators assessed the prevalence of vaccine-associated uveitis after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. Source: AAO
An assessment of IRIS Registry data focused on risk factors for repeat probing procedures to manage congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in young children. Source: AAO
This study focused on the incidence of pediatric cataract surgery and the rate of secondary glaucoma development in South Korea, using a national health claims database. Source: AAO
Visual outcomes of pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for diabetic tractional detachment are relatively poor despite successful reattachment, according to this meta-analysis. Source: AAO