Tag: Eye / Vision Problems: Misc.
Zika Virus Present in Conjunctival Fluid
Virus may persist in urine, saliva longer, but corneal transplants may pose risk
Immunosuppressant-Free Retinal Stem Cell Transplant Feasible
Reprogrammed monkey stem cells successfully transplanted into the eyes of other monkeys
Adalimumab Found to Be Effective for Noninfectious Uveitis
Reduces the worsening of inflammatory measures; significantly lowers risk of uveitic flare
Study Examines Malpractice Litigation in Peds Ophthalmology
Cases involving pediatric versus adult patients more likely to result in verdict in favor of plaintiff
Rise in Endogenous Klebsiella pneumoniae Endophthalmitis
Rising trends of EKPE in major centers in Australia; source of sepsis was hepatic abscess in all cases
August 2016 Briefing – Ophthalmology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Ophthalmology for August 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Laser Pointers Can Cause Retinal Injury in Children
Although uncommon, vision impairment from these devices can be permanent
Postnatal Steroids Tied to Higher Ocular Risk for Premature Infants
Risk of retinopathy of prematurity was 60 percent higher for infants treated with corticosteroids
Oily Fish Consumption May Ward Off Diabetic Retinopathy
Two servings a week tied to 48 percent reduced risk of incident sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy
Patients Still Risking Eye Damage With Poor Contact Lens Care
Education should focus on informing wearers of common behaviors putting them at risk for infection
