Women have achieved greater representation in the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) than ever before, yet a significant gender gap remains, especially in leadership roles. Source: AAO
Acupuncture may help prevent postsurgical dry eye disease, 3D printing is used to create blood-retinal barrier tissue, metformin does not prevent AMD, and corneal astigmatism may be inherited. Source: AAO
An investigation into factors that could be linked with pterygium reoperation reveals significant associations with surgeon characteristics and patient age, ethnicity, and location. Source: AAO
Zika virus infection during pregnancy is unlikely to result in Zika-related ocular anomalies in babies, with abnormalities most often seen in the retina and choroid. Source: AAO
A subanalysis of the Zhongshan Angle-Closure Prevention trial assessed the risk of acute angle closure (AAC) in eyes treated with laser peripheral iridotomy and fellow untreated eyes. Source: AAO
Over the last two decades, the number of female lead clinical trial investigators has remained static despite improvements in female representation among practicing ophthalmologists. Source: AAO
Stromal cell–derived factor-1 (SDF1) chemokine shows potential in directing integration of transplanted retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) for the replacement of RGCs lost in chronic optic neuropathies. Source: AAO
A retrospective study used a US national database to assess the relationship between blood pressure and the development of incident open-angle glaucoma. Source: AAO
A retrospective evaluation of fungal keratitis risk factors determined that quicker recognition and treatment could improve prognoses, but wearing protective eyewear is the best way to minimize risk. Source: AAO
To provide insight into the factors that increase the risk of intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS), investigators conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of recent IFIS studies. Source: AAO
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