Clinical Challenge: Traumatic Eye Injury
A 22-year-old man is brought to the emergency department for the management of facial trauma sustained during an assault at a nightclub.
Ophthalmology
Nonarteritic, Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy: A Case Study
Ischemic optic neuropathies are the most common acute optic nerve pathology in patients older than 50 years of age.
Retinal Pathology Present in Nearly 20% of Ebola Survivors
In a secondary analysis of data from the EVICT study, conditions such as chorioretinal scarring, retinal detachment, and other posterior pathology were present in 19.2% of EVD survivors.
Thyroid Disease Linked With Age-Related Macular Degeneration Risk
Thyroid disease prevention strategies may help stave off AMD.
Blue-Light Filtering Lenses Do Not Reduce Computer Eye Strain
A study shows the effects of these devices are no different than standard clear lenses.
COVID Lockdown May Lead to Increased Pediatric Myopia
Researchers identify a substantial shift in myopia progression since the pandemic forced many indoors and on screens.
Multiuse Eye Drop Bottles May Transmit COVID-19
Researchers recommend sealing any gaps in facemasks of patients receiving drops.
Intense Pulsed Light May Alleviate Dry Eye
Patients with ocular rosacea who underwent combined treatments reported less discomfort.
Ophthalmologic Care Crucial for Women With T1D Before and During Pregnancy
The researchers assessed the rate of diabetic retinopathy progression in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes and its predictors.
Top January 2021 FDA Approvals
January 2021 FDA approvals of import to physician assistants and nurse practitioners include treatments for HIV, heart failure, dry eye disease, and light chain amyloidosis.
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