In children, using adjustable-focus spectacles for self-refraction was found to be noninferior to other types of autorefraction. Source: AAO
Internal limiting membrane (ILM) flaps show reasonable anatomic closure and visual improvements for the treatment of macular telangiectasia type 2 (MacTel) macular holes. Source: AAO
For macular holes or epiretinal membrane, pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) + phacoemulsification shows comparable outcomes to separately performed procedures. Source: AAO
Identifying the risk factors for proptosis recurrence after orbital decompression for Graves orbitopathy may help surgeons decide the proper timing for this procedure. Source: AAO
Deep-learning models detect retinal abnormalities, certain groups remain underrepresented in ophthalmology fellowships, and a USC startup receives funding in stem cell research for geographic atrophy. Source: AAO
The risk of hearing changes has been reported in association with teprotumumab (Tepezza) treatment. Patients given teprotumumab may benefit from regular audiometric testing. Source: AAO
Increased IOP is seen when patients ride elevators after having surgical gas tamponade, researchers are developing a smart lens that uses a tear-based charger, the FDA defers approval of a bevacizumab biosimilar for wet AMD, and more. Source: AAO
Patients with retinal vein occlusion (RVO) are unlikely to be at any increased cardiovascular risk due to treatment with anti-VEGF agents according to a large-scale Danish study. Source: AAO
Until now, there has been a lack of published information on why and how often patients with anatomical narrow angle progress to full-on primary angle-closure glaucoma. Source: AAO
Cultivated epithelial cell grafts show promise for limbal stem cell deficiency, EYLEA 8 mg receives US approval, retinal layer thickness may predict Parkinson’s disease, and untreated ocular syphilis affects quality of life. Source: AAO