Surgery

How surgeons can improve when using their nondominant hand

January 25, 2021

For ophthalmologists, practice makes perfect in becoming ambidextrous.

Clear lens extraction surgery: Pinpointing the optimal time in glaucoma patients

January 24, 2021

The traditional treatment for primary angle-closure (PAC) and PAC glaucoma (PACG) is laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) to facilitate aqueous outflow followed by medical treatment with drops to decrease the intraocular pressure (IOP).

Treating PAC, PAC glaucoma with CLE

January 23, 2021

During the 2021 Glaucoma 360 meeting, Ruth D. Williams, MD, speaks on the highlights and key findings from the EAGLE study, which showed clear lens extraction surgery may be a better initial treatment for some glaucoma patients.

Raising the bar for premium pterygium procedure

January 22, 2021

Physician pioneers technique offering higher perspective in surgery, outcomes.

Treating vitreous opacities with YAG laser vitreolysis

January 18, 2021

Study evaluates the impact of surgical procedure on visual outcomes in patients.

Investigators focus on preventing postcataract surgery endophthalmitis

January 12, 2021

Findings from retrospective study support intraoperative cefuroxime irrigation.

Treating Demodex blepharitis efficiently before surgery

January 07, 2021

New options open possibilities for treatment, resulting in better outcomes for patients.

Straightforward procedures for leaking blebs: No incision required

January 05, 2021

Minimally invasive conjunctival surgery option is an efficient procedure.

Gene therapy surgical pearls for successful outcomes

January 04, 2021

Nine pediatric patients with Leber congenital amaurosis show visual improvement in clinical trials.

Eliminating preop fasting leads to happier cataract patients

December 30, 2020

Change can prove to benefit individuals with diabetes, other comorbidities.