Lipoic acid choline esterase drops for presbyopia appear to be safe and well-tolerated in an early efficacy study, which may point the way toward future pharmacological treatment options. Source: AAO
Patients observed for at least six months before undergoing surgery for mild epiretinal membranes experienced similar visual improvements to those who had surgery immediately upon diagnosis. Source: AAO
This study compared open- and closed-sky injection techniques without electromyographic assistance for botulinum toxin injections for horizontal strabismus. Source: AAO
A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to investigate the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea among patients with floppy eyelid syndrome. Source: AAO
Greater retinal nonperfusion and predominantly peripheral lesions identified at baseline using ultra-widefield fluorescein angiography were associated with an increased risk of diabetic retinopathy worsening over time. Source: AAO
Diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and ocular hypertension may be linked, ocular biomarkers may predict Alzheimer’s disease, ARVO announces its Advocacy Award winners, and the first preservative-free formulation of latanoprost wins FDA approval. Source: AAO
This study evaluated the potential advantage of adding immunomodulatory therapy to corticosteroid treatment for Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome within 3 months of syndrome onset. Source: AAO
Using both breath guards and face masks protects against aerosolized droplets, ocular mpox is rare but potentially sight threatening, and trabeculectomy appears to reduce the rate of visual field loss progression. Source: AAO
Investigators used retrospective data to identify which uveitis-related diseases might be linked to COVID-19 vaccination. Source: AAO
Nutritional supplements such as pumpkin seed oil capsules have been discussed as having potential for helping people with hair loss, with no serious adverse events. Source: AAO