Changes in corneal astigmatism were found to be pronounced in some patients who had surgery for blepharoptosis, particularly those with more severe disease. Source: AAO
An autonomous artificial intelligence model showed good ability to detect patients with moderate or worse retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) when tested among 2 large, multinational datasets. Source: AAO
Investigators in China tested a surgical technique to help simplify in-the-bag IOL implantation for patients with pediatric aphakia. Source: AAO
A small study in Singapore observed differences in confocal microscopy images suggestive of certain normal declines in corneal nerve fiber and epithelial cell size and density over time. Source: AAO
While teprotumumab has efficacy in treating thyroid eye disease (TED), particularly moderate-to-severe disease, adverse events related to treatment are common. Source: AAO
Overconsumption of ultra-processed food may increase the risk of glaucoma development, geographic disparities in pediatric eye care access remain significant in the United States, AI-based searches for oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeons yield inaccurate results, and more. Source: AAO
The phase 3 FOCUS trial demonstrated favorable responses among patients with uveal melanoma treated with liver-directed melphalan, leading to FDA approval of the therapy in 2023. Source: AAO
Investigators evaluated an updated version of the Brain and Optic Nerve Study with Artificial Intelligence (BONSAI) deep-learning system (DLS), previously validated in adults, for its potential utility in identifying papilledema in children. Source: AAO
A teenage male with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa experienced significant and sustained visual improvement after topical treatment with a novel collagen-delivering gene therapy. Source: AAO
A systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the efficacy and safety of lotilaner ophthalmic solution 0.25% for the treatment of Demodex blepharitis. Source: AAO