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USPSTF: Insufficient evidence to make recommendations on glaucoma, impaired vision
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has issued draft recommendations that state there is not enough evidence to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening some adults for primary open-angle glaucoma and impaired visual acuity.
Treatment of thyroid eye disease varies between North American, European providers
First-line treatment of thyroid eye disease differs around the globe, with teprotumumab the most commonly prescribed treatment in North America and IV steroids most common in Europe, according to a speaker.
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BLOG: Surgeons must weigh perioperative considerations for complex corneas
In the previous installment, we reviewed our diagnostic approach for complex corneas stemming from dry eye, “lumps and bumps” and ectasia. Here we move into preparing these patients for surgery and intraoperative considerations.
Glaucoma coverage led by MIGS reimbursement issues
Articles about MIGS reimbursement and video updates on aqueous flow imaging and a multi-pressure dial are some of the recent popular glaucoma items on Healio/OSN.
Eye rubbing, FDA approvals lead October ophthalmology coverage
The effect of eye rubbing in children and FDA approvals lead Healio/OSN coverage in October.
OTX-CSI improves dry eye signs, symptoms in phase 1 study
OTX-CSI seems to be a safe treatment option for patients with dry eye disease, according to a speaker at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting.
Acanthamoeba keratitis monotherapy meets endpoint in phase 3 study
Based on positive topline results in a pivotal phase 3 study, SIFI will pursue an accelerated assessment for polyhexanide 0.08% monotherapy to treat Acanthamoeba keratitis, according to a company press release.
DEWMD: A lean definition of dry eye
When I write for myself, in my personal blog and elsewhere, I routinely begin by defining the terms I will be addressing. In order to have a useful discussion on any topic, it is important to agree on what it is that you are talking about.
Advances make autologous serum eye drops a viable option for dry eye treatment
More than a decade ago, the International Task Force Delphi Panel on Dry Eye identified autologous serum eye drops as a recommended treatment for patients with severe or chronic dry eye symptoms and/or moderate to marked staining.
Real-world study shows effectiveness of dry eye nasal spray
OC-01 nasal spray, which was recently approved by the FDA, is an effective treatment for patients with varying severities of dry eye disease, according to a speaker at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting.
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