As allergies increase worldwide and as ocular allergies garner greater attention, more of your patients may use oral medications or intranasal steroids in addition to topical eye drops for allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. However, it would be prudent to monitor who among your patients is prescribed these allergy treatments.
Ever since their conception, multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) have been measured against their predecessor, monofocal lenses. With the appearance of accommodating lenses on the market in recent years, inevitable comparisons are now being drawn between multifocal lenses and the latest advancement in IOL technology. EyeWorld takes a look at the pros and cons of the lenses.
Patients with herpes simplex virus (HSV) keratitis can present some of the most challenging cases that eye surgeons treat, said Edward J. Holland, M.D., Cincinnati Eye Institute, University of Cincinnati.
Each multifocal IOL design uses a different strategy to produce simultaneous near and distance images. Experimental work suggests that the optic design makes a difference for night vision.
For the treatment of dry eye syndrome, punctal plugs are an important tool. Fortunately, serious complications with the use of these plugs are extremely rare. However, like any medical procedure, it does have some risks. According to Robert Maloney, MD, after refractive surgery many patients have reduced tear production and complain of symptomatic dry eyes.
Gels and ointments aren’t only for the most severe dry eye cases, said Robert Latkany, M.D., founder and director, Dry Eye Clinic, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York.
Preop discussion of function helps patients think of their visual goals.
As cataract surgery becomes “gentler,” how will a surgeon’s postop treatment strategy change?
Ophthalmologists must navigate through uncharted areas when they treat their pregnant patients.
Investigators study how autoimmune patients fare with LASIK.