A study of patients with diabetic macular edema (DME) or neovascular AMD (nAMD) found better 4-year maintenance of driving vision in patients with more anti-VEGF injections in their first year of treatment. Source: AAO
A systematic review and meta-analysis compared the incidence of sympathetic ophthalmia after primary repair vs after primary enucleation/evisceration in patients with full-thickness open-globe injury. Source: AAO
Hyperintensity of optic nerve T2 and optic nerve atrophy appear to be relatively common among patients with isolated glaucoma and may not be indications for further work-up. Source: AAO
A retrospective cohort study compared the effectiveness of a single injection of subconjunctival triamcinolone with a topical steroid for inflammation prophylaxis following phacoemulsification cataract surgery. Source: AAO
A 4-year observational study of children and adolescents with bilateral myopic maculopathy, conducted at a single ophthalmic hospital in China, reported that more than 12% of eyes progressed during the time period. Source: AAO
More patients are receiving treatment for keratoconus in the United States, but race, ethnicity, and insurance status are among several factors that could impact access to treatment or care. Source: AAO
Certain sociodemographic factors may be associated with development of mental health conditions, such as anxiety and depression, in adults with strabismus. Source: AAO
A single-center review of open globe injuries involving no light perception vision suggests that clinical features may have little to do with visual outcomes, but some vision may be recoverable with surgical repair. Source: AAO
In the United States (US), there is a wide range of county-by-country distribution of oculofacial plastic surgeons, leading to gaps in access to this specialized ophthalmic care. Source: AAO
Treating corneal ulcers soon after diagnosis can lead to good outcomes, fewer ocular complications are seen among patients who undergo bariatric surgery, and patients with uveitis may be prone to new infections following COVID-19 vaccination. Source: AAO
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