Cornea

The epithelium adapts to compensate for changes in the cornea and these changes can be detected with high sensitivity, reducing both false positives and false negatives in the diagnosis of keratoconus.

The destination of Marco Island, Florida not only serves as an excellent backdrop for this year's Ophthalmology Times® EyeCon 2022 but also provides a unique opportunity for family members to see their ophthalmic loved ones in a professional light.

Dr David Lubeck talks with Caroline Richards of Ophthalmology Times Europe about his ESCRS presentations, touching on surgical effects on corneal epithelium and the iTrack Global Registry for glaucoma.

Co-chairs Peter J. McDonnell, MD, director of the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland, and Oluwatosin U. Smith, MD, of Glaucoma Associates of Texas in Dallas break down the top reasons to attend this year's Ophthalmology Times® EyeCon 2022 in a series of video segments.

Prof. Martin Dirisamer discusses his instructional course on common mistakes when performing DMEK and how to avoid them at ESCRS.

Assistant Prof. of ophthalmology Basak Bostanci discusses her ESCRS presentation, “Extended Range Of Vision In Unusual Cases” and how EDOF lens technology is evolving to include a wider pool of candidates.

Ophthalmologists should look past the eyes in patients presenting with a persistent ocular allergic response and be mindful that sight-threatening vernal keratoconjunctivitis is a possibility.

Ophthalmologists should instruct their patients to pay attention to their eye health for the long term.

Claes H. Dohlman, MD, PhD, widely considered the father of modern cornea science, is a recipient of the 2022 António Champalimaud Vision Award. The award, considered the “Nobel Prize of Vision," comes with a $1 million prize .

Members of the Ophthalmology Times Europe Editorial Advisory Board offer comments on the symposia they are most excited to attend at the 2022 ESCRS Congress in Milan, Italy.

Spanish investigators hypothesise that conjunctivitis plays a role in disease transmission.

The ScoutPro system allows eye care practices to minimize tech time and seamlessly integrate osmolarity testing into any practice configuration or patient protocol.

Product is forging a future in ocular regenerative procedures

A short course of a low-dose corticosteroid eye drop can relieve inflammation with only a low increase in intraocular pressure.

The IOL has a hybrid design that combines the benefits of central extended depth-of-focus technology and multifocal technology that provides a continuous range of high-quality vision ranging from distance and intermediate and near vision to about 12 to 14 inches.

George Waring IV, MD, FACS, points out that supplementation and customized procedures are in the offing.

With a few key steps, surgeons can avert potential refractive surprises, and reduce postoperative dry eye for patients.

Reservoir restoration can re establish the normal anatomy and function of the conjunctiva.

By creating customized packages that incorporate the range of diagnostic and treatment options available, practices can simplify dry eye management and improve patients' outcomes.

Oyster Point Pharma Inc. today announced that the largest Medicare pharmacy benefit manager in the United States will add its varenicline solution nasal spray (Tyrvaya) for the treatment of dry eye on its Medicare Part D formularies, effective September 1.

Researchers at Linköping University have used implants made from pig skin to restore sight to 20 people with diseased corneas.

CAM encourages corneal healing in patients with ocular surface disease.

In a study, investigators found that no characteristics of inflammatory bowel disease are related to ocular manifestations of the disease.

Zachary Elkin, MD, MPH, of NYU Langone Eye Center, advises how ophthalmologists and parents should be aware of precautions that should be taken with sports involving small balls and urges the use of protective eyewear.