Eye Exam

The prevalence of keratoconus in children appeared higher than previously reported, highlighting the importance of early screening for the condition, according to a study published in Eye & Contact Lens.

NEW YORK — Visionix and 20/20NOW debuted a new tele-optometry program at Vision Expo East that aims to expand affordable access to comprehensive eye exams.

NEW YORK — Neurolens launched its N3 virtual reality technology to measure binocular alignment at Vision Expo East, according to a company executive.

Children in the U.S. are not receiving timely management for refractive error or ocular conditions, according to research conducted by CooperVision and presented at the 2024 Global Specialty Lens Symposium.

An autonomous artificial intelligence system increased diabetic eye exam completion rates in youth with diabetes and could help close the care gap in underserved communities, according to a study published in Nature Communications.

The public health program InfantSEE, which offers free comprehensive eye and vision health assessments for infants, will collaborate with the American Optometric Association in its 2024 campaign to promote pediatric eye health.

The Vision Council has released its Consumer inSights report for the third quarter of 2023, which found that responses about vision correction, managed vision care and consumer purchasing habits have remained fairly consistent this year.

LAS VEGAS — The recent FDA approval of Ryzumvi for the reversal of drug-induced mydriasis has created the opportunity to perform more dilated, comprehensive eye exams, according to Paul M. Karpecki, OD, FAAO.

SARS-CoV-2 may be transmissible through ocular routes, highlighting the importance of taking precautions during ocular examinations of patients diagnosed with COVID-19, according to a study.