RT Dose Main Risk for Radiation-Induced Optic Neuropathy
No significant associations for other risk factors after controlling for radiation dosage
Anterior Segment Parameters Tied to Gonioscopic Angle Closure
Smaller baseline angle opening distance at 750 µm, larger lens vault linked to development of closure
More Children Suffering Ocular Burns From Detergent Pods
Nearly 500 such injuries occurred in 2015, researchers say
January 2017 Briefing – Ophthalmology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Ophthalmology for January 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
BMSC-Derived Exosomes Promote Retinal Ganglion Cell Survival
Significant neuroprotective, neuritogenic effects with BMSC-exosome treatment of primary retinal cultures
Inconsistency Noted in Ocular Symptom Reporting
Symptom reporting inconsistent between patient self-report and documentation in EMR
Very Low LDL-C Levels Well Tolerated With Alirocumab
No increase in treatment-emergent adverse event rates, neurocognitive events with low levels LDL-C
Strategies Presented for Addressing Uncompensated Time
Strategies include limiting tasks to those that require medical license, streamlining portal messages
Most PCPs Oppose Complete Repeal of the Affordable Care Act
Though many would support changes, only 15 percent want law completely dismantled
‘Opt Out’ Doesn’t Increase Access to Anesthesia Care
No increase in number of patients traveling outside home zip code, except for total hip arthroplasty
