Night Moves
If you have a patient whose dry eye is not improving despite treatment, it’s time to consider inadequate eyelid closure, sometimes referred to as nocturnal lagophthalmos. This form is far less obvious, as this under-identified and under-treated condition is caused by nocturnal evaporative stress (NES) and is highly prevalent in refractory dry eye.
Those Stubborn Deposits
Two insidious manifestations underscore the importance of on-time lens replacement.
OCT's Role in Glaucoma
A 54-year-old Caucasian female was referred to determine whether she should be treated for glaucoma. The referring provider did a great job in the preliminary evaluation, obtaining multiple IOP measurements over a three-month period, visual field studies, OCT imaging and gonioscopy, yet the question remained to begin therapy or not.
From Basics To Biologics: Selecting Drops For Every Dry Eye Patient
The amount of eye drops available can make selection overwhelming for a doctor (let alone a patient). Let’s explore some favorites and clarify when they are most appropriate. We will also simplify when it makes sense to turn to biological drops in the management of DED.
Not-So-Simple Simplex
An 88-year-old man presented with a mildly red and irritated left eye. He had a previous history of dry eye syndrome for which he used Cequa BID OU. His uncorrected acuity was 20/30 OD and 20/25 OS. Neuro-ocular screening was normal in each eye. His right eye was normal, but he manifested a paracentral dendritic lesion on his left cornea along with a grade 1 conjunctival injection and an accumulation of endothelial inflammatory cells. There were rare cells and mild flare in his left anterior chamber. His intraocular pressure was 11mm Hg OD and 12mm Hg OS. Corneal sensitivity testing revealed a subjective decrease of 20% in his left eye.
The News Feed
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LASIK Xtra Doesn’t Add Much
Endophthalmitis Cases Associated with Mask Wearing
AMD May Throw Off Some OCT Measurements
Smoking Intensity Tied to VF Loss Rate in Glaucoma
Higher Myopia Associated With Optic Disc Crescent
RNFL Thickness Linked to Elderly Cognitive Performance
Air Pollution’s Effects on AMD Risk Assessed
Prepare Employees for Myopia Visit Increase
Earlier Puberty Onset in Girls Linked to Myopia
Environmental Changes Called For in Eyecare Delivery
AMD Patients Want More Communication, Autonomy
Eyelid Rubbing, Squeezing Temporarily Increases IOP
Eye Test App Shows Fairly Accurate Results
Photocoagulation Use for ROP Still Mainstay Treatment
Male Sex, Shorter AL Increase Diabetic Retinopathy Risk
OCT Map Patterns Can Diagnose Keratoconus with Accuracy
New Acuvue Lens Aims for Maximum Comfort
Most Glaucoma Patients Don’t Undergo Perimetry Annually
IOP May Be Influenced by Post-Menopausal Hormone Use
2022 ORS Resident Case Report Contest Winners
B+L Launches Revive Custom Soft Contact Lenses
2022 Conference Planner
In-person meetings are ready for a renaissance as enthusiasm for face-to-face education brings the profession together once more. Find out where to visit, what you’ll learn and who will be lecturing at 260 CE events happening in 2022.
Look Inside The Current Issue
Features
Identifying Conversion to Wet AMD
A Case of Bilateral Bartonella Henselae Neuroretinitis
Adding Lasers to Your Practice
Detecting and Managing Multifocal Vitelliform Dystrophy
Gaining Ground on Geographic Atrophy
Genetic Testing in Retina: Practical Applications
Improve Your Prowess with Bandage Soft Lenses
Staging of Diabetes and Diabetic Retinopathy
Departments
Night Moves
Cataracts in IMAX
Getting on My Nerves
Hole in One
Not-So-Simple Simplex
OCT's Role in Glaucoma
Retina’s Renaissance —And Yours
The Stars in Our Eyes
Upcoming Events
Continuing Education
Staging of Diabetes and Diabetic Retinopathy
Four Hidden Lifestyle Risks Associated with Dry Eye
Piecing Together the HSVK Puzzle
Managing Pediatric Ocular Pathology
Additional Publications
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Ortho-K The Complete Guide to Orthokeratology Success in Myopia Control
In this extensive eResource, we bring together leading experts in the field of ortho-K to provide ECPs with in-depth information on all aspects of the prescribing and management of ortho-K.
Recognizing And Minimizing Disparities In Diabetic Eye Disease
Wellness Essentials for Clinical Practice
Ophthalmic Product Guide - February 2022
The Future of Glaucoma Care
2022 Conference Planner
Review of Cornea & Contact Lenses
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2022 Abstract Review: ARVO Up Close
Learn about the most clinically relevant anterior segment studies presented at this year’s research showcase. -
Best Practices in Contact Lens Care
Patient education on storage, handling and application goes a long way. -
The Spectrum of Allergic Ocular Diseases
A breakdown of the science and treatments for these common conditions. -
From Basics To Biologics: Selecting Drops For Every Dry Eye Patient
Take a look at the indications and options for specific situations, from the rudimentary to the extreme. -
Fighting Mail Order Contact Lenses
Although steps have been made to combat online sellers, this is still an ongoing challenge that continues to impact optometric practices. -
Make Contact Lens Discomfort Extinct
Manage expectations and follow the steps below to reduce or eliminate this bothersome condition.
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