Supplements With Meso-Zeaxanthin May Improve Contrast …
WEBAug 9, 2021 · Investigators enrolled 62 patients (38 men, 24 women) with open-angle glaucoma. A total of 42 patients were randomized to receive the active supplement, while 20 patients received a placebo. The supplement included 10 mg lutein, 2 mg zeaxanthin, and 10mg meso-zeaxanthin. Investigators noted a statistically significant increase in …
Heavy Drinking Can Damage Every Part of the Eye
WEBJun 24, 2022 · Those who drink heavily can develop peripheral neuropathy, which in turn may decrease corneal sensitivity, masking the real severity of dry eye. Researchers behind that study say their findings “indicate that controlling alcohol consumption may help to reduce [dry eye] prevalence.” 9. Sight-Threatening Diseases.
5 Dietary Factors Affecting Glaucoma Risk - Ophthalmology Advisor
WEBJan 19, 2021 · Leafy greens are also rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants can help with oxidative stress, which is a risk factor for developing glaucoma. Foods rich in antioxidants, which also include blueberries, strawberries, and pecans, can be included in dietary recommendations for patients intent on lessening their risk. Selenium.
Papilledema or Pseudopapilledema? Sharpen Your Image …
WEBJun 10, 2022 · Figure 9. These OCT volume scans demonstrate a reduction in the overall volume of the left optic nerve changes at a follow up visit. Less edema is noted in the left after treatment with a unilateral optic nerve sheath fenestration (ONSF) for high grade papilledema in the clinical setting of an afferent pupillary defect and monocular reduction in vision (image on bottom right).
Steroid Response After Cataract Surgery Higher for Patients With ...
WEBApr 23, 2021 · Steroid response, defined as intraocular pressure (IOP) at least 50% above the baseline measurement in the weeks following cataract surgery, was the main outcome. The study included 472 nonglaucoma eyes and 191 glaucoma eyes of patients undergoing cataract surgery between 2007 and 2016. All patients had postoperatively received topical ...
For Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Wait-and-See No More
WEBMar 18, 2022 · A “wait and see” approach when caring for patients with CSCR may well apply to a smaller set of those with the disorder than previously thought, according to recent research and observations of clinical experts. Undoubtedly, CSCR often spontaneously resolves in 3 months or less. However, pathology may be …
Preservative-Free Glaucoma Drop Option Well Tolerated
WEBAugust 9, 2022. Latanoprost benzalkonium chloride (BAK)-free is efficacious and well tolerated during chronic use, according to recent findings published in Clinical Ophthalmology, providing a nonpreservative option for patients with open-angle glaucoma (OAG) or ocular hypertension (OHT). The phase 3, …
Ocular Myasthenia Gravis Treatment Options Explained
WEBJuly 20, 2023. Myasthenia gravis (MG) can occur in 2 forms: a generalized myasthenia gravis (GMG) or purely ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG). Ocular myasthenia gravis is characterized by progressive fatigability of skeletal muscle limited to the orbicularis oculi, levator palpebrae superioris, and the extraocular muscles. 1 Up to half of patients ...
An Updated Keratoconus Screening Protocol for 2022
WEBJanuary 7, 2022. Diagnosing patients early in their disease course is the best-case scenario in most conditions, and keratoconus is no exception. Finding keratoconic eyes before progression steals vision, so those eyes can be successfully treated with therapies such as corneal cross-linking (CXL), is the goal.
Study Reviews Ahmed Valve Implantation Techniques
WEBMay 27, 2021 · In a retrospective study, researchers investigated Ahmed glaucoma valve implants in patients with neovascular glaucoma between 2010 and 2020 to compare patient outcomes. The study reviewed 2 groups of patients. Group 1 underwent pars plana Ahmed glaucoma valve implant plus pars plana vitrectomy with endolaser. Group 2 underwent anterior chamber ...