While it has been theorized that proptosis reduction in patients with thyroid eye disease after teprotumumab infusion is due to decreased extraocular muscle size, this has not been fully quantified. Source: AAO
Using CDC data from its Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System program, investigators assessed the prevalence of vaccine-associated uveitis after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. Source: AAO
An assessment of IRIS Registry data focused on risk factors for repeat probing procedures to manage congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in young children. Source: AAO
This study focused on the incidence of pediatric cataract surgery and the rate of secondary glaucoma development in South Korea, using a national health claims database. Source: AAO
Visual outcomes of pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for diabetic tractional detachment are relatively poor despite successful reattachment, according to this meta-analysis. Source: AAO
Psychosocial distress, including depression, has been reported following Mohs micrographic surgery, and the risk for psychosocial distress appears to increase with age. Source: AAO
Changes to the retina are found early in Alzheimer’s disease, readability of patient glaucoma educational materials falls short, a target for curbing ocular blood vessel growth is identified, and the 2023 Harrington Prize is awarded to 2 ophthalmologists. Source: AAO
Aqueous-humor screening could provide a less invasive alternative to vitreous biopsy for diagnosing and monitoring vitreoretinal lymphoma. Source: AAO
Vitrectomy with retinectomy for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) can achieve high rates of success even without removing the lens. Source: AAO
Dacryops, or lacrimal gland cysts, vary in size and location, and often appear similar to other ocular cysts, making diagnosis difficult. Source: AAO