The monoclonal antibody teprotumumab has been shown to be effective in chronic thyroid eye disease, reducing double vision and proptosis.
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Tag: clinical practice
Using red light to control myopia progression in children
This study shows that in children with myopia and aged 8 to 13 years old, red light therapy can be a safe and effective new alternative treatment for myopia control.
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Eye Disease in Asymptomatic Contact Lens Wearers
Asymptomatic contact lens wearers may have undiagnosed eye disease and contact lens wear-related complications and may benefit from routine screening.
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Using widefield OCT angiography to predict vitreous hemorrhage in diabetic retinopathy
With this new modality, a greater view of the retina is available.
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The utility of Meibomian gland dropout in diagnosing dry eye disease
Meibomian gland dropout can differentiate, in contact lens-wearers, those who have dry eye disease.
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Methylphenidate can improve visual field testing outcomes
Used for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, the drug has also shown potential use in eliminating some cognitive artifacts
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Obstructive sleep apnea linked to early optic nerve damage
In patients with obstructive sleep apnea and normal intraocular pressures, imaging of the optic nerve showed some changes associated with
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What role do the eyes play in the novel coronavirus disease?
The eyes do not seem to be a preferred site of entry or infection of the novel SARS-CoV2 virus.
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What ophthalmologists can do during the coronavirus pandemic
Eye doctors are more at risk for coronavirus infection. Here are some measures that can be done to ameliorate that
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What is the best surgery for moderately complex retinal detachment?
A large retrospective study seeks to analyze if there is evidence for the current practices opined by ophthalmologists.
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