This retrospective study assessed variables associated with patients’ self-assessed postoperative pain after photorefractive keratectomy (PRK). Source: AAO
This paper describes the distinct and overlapping features of giant cell arteritis (GCA) and COVID-19. Source: AAO
Investigators assessed whether soft multifocal contact lenses with a high add power could slow pediatric myopia progression. Source: AAO
This retrospective, comparative cohort study evaluated the effect of physician face mask while administering anti-VEGF injections on rates of endophthalmitis. Source: AAO
This week, research hints that the cornea may have resistance against SARS-CoV-2, Novartis invests in a novel optogenetic gene therapy technology, and Bausch + Lomb launches a preloaded toric IOL. Source: AAO
This prospective cross-sectional study examines the impact of indoor environments on symptoms and signs of dry eye. Source: AAO
This study evaluates the impact of rapid high-dose intravenous methylprednisolone pulse therapy in patients with serum anti-aquaporin-4 immunoglobulin G (AQP4-IgG)–positive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSDs) who had an attack of optic neuritis. Source: AAO
This IRIS Registry study evaluated reoperation rates of patients who underwent a primary noncomplex retinal detachment repair between 2013 and 2016. Source: AAO
This week, clinicians report another possible ocular manifestation of COVID-19, the FDA approves new drugs for dry eye and pediatric vernal keratoconjuncitivitis, and researchers propose a new mechanism to treat retinal diseases. Source: AAO
This study assessed visual field outcomes in patients undergoing selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) versus medical therapy as a first-line treatment for ocular hypertension and glaucoma. Source: AAO