New procedure restores eyesight, sensation for patients with rare eye condition
For the first time at UNC Hospitals, a surgical team has successfully performed corneal neurotization—the only disease modifying surgical treatment for neurotrophic keratitis (NK), a rare eye condition that causes loss of sensation to the cornea and can lead to permanent vision loss, if left untreated.
Staring at screens can cause eye strain. Here's tips to prevent that
An ophthalmologist at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston offers some tips for easing both eye strain and headaches.
Adverse association identified for calcium channel blocker use, glaucoma
There is an adverse association between calcium channel blocker (CCB) use and glaucoma, according to a study published online Sept. 7 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
What to know about independent living with low vision
Low vision affects many people as they get older. However, a person can take steps to reduce the lifestyle effects of low vision. They can even make small changes to live independently.
New imaging technique measures elasticity of multiple eye components simultaneously
The eye is a highly complex organ, composed of intricate structures combining several types of specialized tissues. Under normal conditions, these structures work seamlessly together to provide clear images of the world around us as well as maintain intraocular pressure.
What to know about the three stages of macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye condition that affects vision at the center of the eye and progresses slowly. However, it has three defined stages: early, middle, and late AMD.
What types of antihistamines are good for people with dry eye syndrome?
Antihistamines are a type of medication that treats allergy symptoms. Some antihistamines can cause the eyes to produce fewer tears, which can cause or worsen dry eye syndrome.
Advancing retinal cell therapy: New insights into transplanted retinal cells could treat degenerative vision in elderly
A team of scientists in Singapore has discovered new behavior in transplanted stem cell derived retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells, which could help treat Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness and visual impairment in elderly.
Study predicts significant increase in the need for treatment of eye diseases over the next 5 years
Since 2007, it has become possible to treat retinal diseases such as wet AMD, eye blood clots, and diabetic retinopathy with medical injections into the eye. Over 56,000 Danes have received the anti-VEGF medication since then to prevent blindness from these diseases.
Developing minimally invasive smart glaucoma implants
Glaucoma, an eye disease that can cause irreversible blindness, is a major health concern worldwide. It is caused by a build-up of fluid in the eye, which leads to increased pressure inside the eye. This pressure can in turn damage the optic nerve, and thus lead to blindness. Pressure can be lowered with eyedrops or laser treatment, but often surgery is needed to drain fluid and lower pressure more effectively. Nonetheless, complications can arise afterwards.