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AMD Clinical Trial Enrollment Disparities Show Gaps in Racial and Ethnic Representation
Despite balanced participation based on sex, a new study uncovers significant underreporting of minority groups, urging for more equitable inclusion in future research.
01/14/2025
Study Validates AAOph Preferred Practice Patterns for Staging POAG
Conducting VF testing, OCT and optic disc exams during initial and follow-up visits protected against short-term diagnostic changes, as did seeing a glaucoma specialist at the first visit, researchers found.
01/14/2025
Prevalence of DR Rises, While Dilated Exam Rates Decreased
Screenings went down in all populations except non-metropolitan statistical area communities, showing that a greater understanding of health disparities in these areas is needed.
01/14/2025
Osteoporosis Medication Increases Risk of Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma
Physicians should educate their patients about the complications that could arise with bisphosphonate use.
01/13/2025
Glaucomatous Eyes Exhibit Peripapillary Vascular Density Reduction
This was observed in comparison with healthy controls who have large physiological cupping, which may help differentiate between the two.
01/13/2025
Four or More Drinks Per Day Associated with Higher Odds of POAG
A nationwide survey of almost 4,000 patients revealed a dose-response connection between frequency of use and the condition.
01/13/2025
Novel Risk Factors Identified for Uveal Melanoma
Although certain predisposing elements have been previously elucidated, none were for populations of adolescents and young adults.
01/10/2025
Study Details Effects of Tamsulosin on Anterior Segment
After treatment, researchers observed thinning in the area of the dilator muscle and a smaller post-dilation pupil diameter.
01/10/2025
Survey Explores Frustrations of DME Patients
Frequent clinic visits, insufficient one-on-one counseling from their doctors and worries of being a burden to caregivers were among the concerns.
01/09/2025
Study Documents How Weather Negatively Impacts Adherence
Alongside several other significant factors, snowfall and storms kept many glaucoma patients indoors.
01/09/2025
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January 14, 2025
From Comprehensive to Retina: Intelligently Advancing OCT
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