The Spot Vision Screener is a popular photorefractive screening device that is often used to detect amblyopia risk factors (ARFs) in children. This study evaluated how well the screener was able to predict AAPOS guideline–defined ARFs based on variations in skin and ocular pigmentation. Source: AAO
A protocol based on neuro-ophthalmic principles may help professional football refereeing, ophthalmic injuries are seen in children who experience abusive head trauma, and rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) severity may be affected by social determinants of health. Source: AAO
Introducing an opioid into the post–ophthalmic surgery treatment mix can potentially increase the chances of hospitalization, opioid abuse/dependence, and all-cause mortality. Source: AAO
Artificial intelligence programs appear to have good ability to identify diabetic retinopathy from fundus images, suggesting their potential value as part of future diagnostic screening protocols. Source: AAO
Reduced corneal sensation and changes in certain subbasal nerve parameters may correlate with increased disease severity in patients with limbal stem cell deficiency. Source: AAO
This retrospective cohort study was the first large-scale evaluation of the prevalence of peripapillary hyperreflective ovoid mass-like structures (PHOMS) in children with optic nerve pathology. Source: AAO
In patients with diabetic macular edema (DME) and BCVA of 20/50 or worse, treatment with faricimab may offer better outcomes than aflibercept with significantly fewer injections. Source: AAO
Aqueous tap with real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) testing may not only help to identify pathogens associated with infectious uveitis, but also potentially aid clinicians in determining correct treatment options. Source: AAO
Filgotinib, an oral preferential Janus kinase 1 inhibitor, is currently approved to treat certain rheumatologic conditions in several countries outside the United States. The HUMBOLDT trial studied its potential efficacy in treating noninfectious uveitis. Source: AAO
Rates of postsurgical endophthalmitis are on the decline in the United States, a new fellowship will be training ophthalmologists in treating wartime injuries, and people who feel lonely or socially isolated may have an increased chance of developing glaucoma. Source: AAO
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