Most recent by Kaitlyn Levinson
Survival rate similar for patients on home hemodialysis vs peritoneal dialysis
Survival rates were similar in patients who choose home hemodialysis vs. peritoneal dialysis, even with differences in age and number of comorbidities, according to a study published in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation.
COVID-19 vaccine demonstrates effectiveness in transplant recipients
Fully vaccinated transplant recipients see an almost 80% reduction in COVID-19 incidents compared with transplant recipients who are not fully vaccinated, according to a study published in Transplant Infectious Disease.
Vision correction industry reports increase in US sales, eye care coverage
The vision correction industry saw sales revenue increase by 16.5% the first quarter of 2021 over 2020 as well as an increase of 196.8 million adults with any vision correction, according to a press release from the Vision Council.
OB/GYNs face fewer malpractice claims after attending training simulation
The rate of malpractice claims before and after a training simulation reduced significantly among OB/GYN physicians, suggesting the need for better communication in the workplace, a study in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
New mixed reality headset offers automated screening, full threshold exams
Heru announced the commercial release of re:Vive, a portable mixed reality headset designed to provide automated screening and diagnostic exams without the constant presence of a physician.
Bausch releases eye drops, wipes to combat dry eye irritation
Bausch + Lomb announced the launch of Biotrue Hydration Boost Lubricant Eye Drops and Biotrue Micellar Eyelid Cleansing Wipes, which are designed to alleviate dry eye symptoms and eyelid buildup.
TearCare system relieves dry eye disease symptoms, improves meibomian glands
Patients reported major improvements to their dry eye disease symptoms and better functioning meibomian glands after receiving treatment with the TearCare system, according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science.
St. Jude registry identifies melanoma subgroups, assists in treatment choices
A pediatric melanoma registry developed at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has helped researchers improve the classification of pediatric melanocytic tumors.
New MyrtiPro pill may reduce VDT accommodation, improve ocular function
A capsule containing bilberry-derived anthocyanin helped improve patients’ pupillary responses and eye fatigue resulting from looking at digital screens such as phones and computers, according to a recent study published in Functional Foods in Health and Disease.
Strong social support linked to more positive clinical outcomes among patients with CKD
Older patients with chronic kidney disease and a strong social support system are more likely to have a higher quality of life, experience less frailty and exhibit better cognitive function, a study appearing in Kidney Medicine revealed.