Ocular toxicology.

abstract：:Sjögren syndrome is a chronic systemic disease characterized by polyglandular tissue destruction leading to keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) and xerostomia. Patients with primary Sjögren syndrome show evidence of KCS and xerostomia, whereas patients with secondary Sjögren syndrome suffer from KCS, xerostomia, and an a...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Tabbara KF,Vera-Cristo CL

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG)-IgG-associated optic neuritis has been established as a new entity of optic neuropathy. We will review recent advances in pathophysiology, diagnosis, and clinical manifestations of MOG-IgG-associated optic neuritis to better understand its distinctive characte...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Chun BY,Cestari DM

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many advances in medical therapy for chronic glaucoma have taken place in the past few years that have altered previous concepts of stepwise medical therapy for glaucoma. beta-adrenergic blockers are still the most common medicine prescribed as monotherapy. However, latanoprost and brimonidine are often given as monot...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Stewart WC

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To perform a literature review of articles published between 2016 and 2017 to assess recent advances in intraocular lens (IOL) selection. RECENT FINDINGS:A literature review revealed five areas of recent study including advances in biometric technology, formula selection for challenging eyes, accurat...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Brandsdorfer A,Kang JJ

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cataracts are a significant cause of blindness and visual impairment worldwide. The present article reviews the literature and describes the current extent of cataracts globally, barriers to treatment, and recommendations for improving the treatment of cataracts. RECENT FINDINGS:Prevalence and absolu...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Lee CM,Afshari NA

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Modern molecular genetics has had a profound effect on our understanding of corneal dystrophies. Mutations in the BIGH3 gene are responsible for four autosomal dominant corneal dystrophies. The mutation spectrum reveals the phenotypically diverse possibilities stemming from mutations of a single gene. Dystrophies have...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Siddiqui N,Afshari NA

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serpiginous choroiditis is a bilateral, inflammatory condition of the inner choroid and overlying retinal pigment epithelium with a distinctive retinal distribution. Although rare, serpiginous choroiditis deserves attention because it can lead to permanent loss of vision due to foveal involvement by inflammation or ch...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Akpek EK,Ilhan-Sarac O

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in the field of infectious conjunctivitis and keratitis include new diagnostic methods, the identification of new pathogens, and novel therapeutic agents. Tandem confocal microscopy has been used to diagnose Acanthamoeba keratitis, and polymerase chain reaction has proven to be a rapid and sensitive te...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Brodovsky SC,Snibson GR

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in cataract surgery have reduced the incidence of corneal complications. Review of the current literature reveals a trend toward early visual rehabilitation and minimization of postoperative astigmatism by careful selection of incision type and location for small-incision cataract surgery. Since the in...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Batlan SJ,Dodick JM

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three problems exist when assessing the effectiveness of treatment for normal-tension glaucoma. Firstly, it is a common type of primary open-angle glaucoma. Secondly, the extent to which it is a pressure-sensitive disease remains to be seen. Thirdly, it is possible that normal-tension glaucoma is a collection of diffe...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Hitchings RA

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this study is to discuss current controversies surrounding the proposed treatments for traumatic optic neuropathy (TON) and review recent evidence from the literature relating to these therapeutic options. RECENT FINDINGS:No recent randomized controlled trials investigating surgical or...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Chaon BC,Lee MS

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide an unstructured review of the recent literature on the role of optical coherence tomography (OCT) in cataract surgery with specific focus on cystoid macular edema (CME) on the basis of expert opinion of the authors. RECENT FINDINGS:OCT appears to be a useful method to reveal clinically rel...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Kim SJ,Bressler NM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Corneal measurement uses Placido-disc topographers and tomographers, creating three-dimensional corneal models from cross-sectional images. Technology includes slit scanning, Scheimpflug imaging, very high frequency ultrasound, and high-speed anterior segment optical coherence tomography. RECENT FIND...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Swartz T,Marten L,Wang M

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Improvements in the management of strabismus are largely dependent on making the specific diagnosis and differentiating patterns of strabismus. This finding is especially true in the management of superior oblique paresis because there are various types. Recent observation suggests that superior oblique paresis may ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Wright KW,Hwang JM

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past year, as in recent years, most of the research on the development of refraction has focused on the following: 1) mechanisms whereby the eye can maintain coordinated growth to achieve emmetropia and 2) disruptions of emmetropization resulting in myopia or hyperopia. Preterm children and those with Down synd...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Gwiazda J,Thorn F

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the current standard of care in the diagnosis and treatment of pituitary apoplexy and to determine any updated clinical management strategies. RECENT FINDINGS:Pituitary apoplexy is a rare but life-threatening medical emergency. Presenting signs and symptoms often include severe headache, vi...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Murad-Kejbou S,Eggenberger E

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Birdshot chorioretinopathy remains incompletely understood, but new insights into its pathogenesis have been reported recently, and treatment and monitoring options have also expanded. Central visual acuity may remain good until the late stages of the disease, but loss of visual field and peripheral r...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Shao EH,Menezo V,Taylor SR

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to examine current trends in vision screening for children. RECENT FINDINGS:Literature within the past year regarding children's vision screening has been dominated by clinical validation studies of autorefractors or photoscreeners that allow the detection of amblyogenic...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Kerr NC,Arnold RW

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vascular occlusions of the retina and choroid can cause severe visual loss. These occlusions can occur as a result of systemic disease or after surgery. In most cases, the retinal appearance provides evidence of ischemia as the cause of visual loss. On occasion, however, clinical examination shows no objective signs o...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Zacks DN,Rizzo JF

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Glaucoma secondary to intraocular tumors is important to consider in eyes with a known tumor and those with unilateral or refractory glaucoma. The purpose of this review is to discuss the mechanisms and management of intraocular tumors with related secondary glaucoma. RECENT FINDINGS:Several intraocu...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Camp DA,Yadav P,Dalvin LA,Shields CL

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The diagnosis and management of chronic pediatric uveitis can be particularly challenging, with an estimated 25-33% of childhood uveitis cases resulting in severe, life-long visual disability. This paper reviews the recent literature on the management of chronic pediatric uveitis. RECENT FINDINGS:Thi...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Levy-Clarke GA,Nussenblatt RB,Smith JA

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using a liberal definition of corneal irregularity, modern videokeratoscopy may define approximately 40% of normal corneas with a toric refractive error as possessing primary irregular astigmatism. The causes of secondary forms of irregular astigmatism include corneal surgery, trauma, dystrophies, and infections. Inte...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Goggin M,Alpins N,Schmid LM

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retinopathy of prematurity is a disease that manifests soon after birth in the premature infant and may lead to a lifelong disability. More infants at risk for developing the retinopathy are surviving, and the ophthalmologist must be aware of possible vision abnormalities, such as decreased acuity, strabismus, nystagm...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Quinn GE,Dobson V

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Healing of corneal wounds is a complex process involving epithelial, keratocyte, and endothelial interactions that are affected by their associations with wound bed matrix and by cytokine availability and activation. The spectrum of possible cellular-matrix-growth factor interactions is indeed great and growing. Sever...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Gipson IK,Inatomi T

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cataract surgery is known to lead to some degree of corneal endothelial cell loss (ECL). The purpose of this review is to describe how recent technological advancements such as femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) affect corneal endothelium during cataract surgery. RECENT FINDINGS:It h...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Ho JW,Afshari NA

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review recent studies on potential neurodevelopmental impacts on the pediatric population through general anesthesia events or intravitreal anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) injection. RECENT FINDINGS:Studies on this topic have been extensive with varied reported neurodevelopmental ou...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： De Andrade LM,Isenberg SJ

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Porous high-density polyethylene implants have become well accepted for the repair of orbital wall fractures, delayed orbital reconstruction, orbital rim and malar bony onlay augmentation, and volume replacement as orbital spherical implants for the treatment of anophthalmos. Medpor (Porex Surgical, Inc. College Park,...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Purdy EP

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the past several decades, many individuals have noted that drusen may resolve after macular laser photocoagulation. The lack of effective therapies against choroidal neovascularization (CNV) due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has prompted many invesigators to explore strategies designed to prevent CN...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Ho AC

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angiogenesis is a fundamental component of normal development and pathologic processes within the eye. Complications due to abnormal ocular neovascularization remain the leading cause of visual loss throughout the world today. Neovascularization and the associated increase in vascular permeability are the underlying t...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Aiello LP

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Many causes of toxic optic neuropathy have been described to date and novel causes of toxicity are continuously being added to the current literature. The pathophysiological basis for the toxicity or a direct causal relationship is yet to be determined for many of these agents. This review highlights ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Altiparmak UE

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00