Quantitative assessment of the anterior segment using ultrasound biomicroscopy.

abstract：:New knowledge of the pathophysiology of amblyopia has evolved through animal research over the past 30 years. We now know that development and treatment of amblyopia have a critical and sensitive period. After more than a millennium, patching of the dominant eye remains the cornerstone of amblyopia treatment, and comp...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： de Faber JT,Kingma-Wilschut C

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review summarizes the recent literature of the impact of cataract surgery from the patient's perspective, with a focus on second-generation patient reported outcome (PRO) measures that used Rasch analysis to explore their data. RECENT FINDINGS:Irrespective of the instrument utilized, the overrid...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Lamoureux EL,Fenwick E,Pesudovs K,Tan D

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The recent literature was reviewed to analyze the developments in the diagnosis, pathogenesis, and immunology of this group of paraneoplastic syndromes. Clinical features and pathologic findings are summarized. RECENT FINDINGS:The mechanism of cell death in cancer-associated retinopathy appears to oc...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Ling CP,Pavesio C

更新日期：2003-12-01 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:We assess the studies on vector systems for delivery of transgenes to the cornea that have been published over the last year and summarize new work on the identification of specific transgenes for corneal diseases. RECENT FINDINGS:Adeno-associated viral vectors are increasingly being successfully app...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Williams KA,Klebe S

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exfoliation syndrome is the most common identifiable cause leading to chronic open-angle glaucoma. It affects the treatment of glaucoma in various ways. The prognosis of capsular glaucoma (exfoliative glaucoma) is worse than that of open-angle glaucoma. Medical therapy and the long-term effect of laser treatment seem ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Tarkkanen A,Hietanen J

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Strabismus surgery may restore limited binocular function and improve cosmesis in patients with paralytic strabismus. Evaluation of the amount of residual function of the affected extraocular muscles is essential to determine which surgical procedure will yield the best results. Standard muscle resection techniques ar...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Phillips PH

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Radiation retinopathy remains a devastating cause of visual morbidity in patients undergoing radiation for globe, orbit, and head and neck malignancies. This review discusses the recent efforts of several authors to treat radiation retinopathy once it has developed and efforts to prevent its developme...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Reichstein D

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiotherapy has become increasingly important for the treatment of complicated choroidal hemangiomas. In recent years, a broad spectrum of different radiotherapeutic options that either replace or complement the conventional therapeutic approach by photocoagulation has been recommended. This article reviews the vario...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Schilling H,Bornfeld N

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose is to review currently available instruments for vision screening in young children. RECENT FINDINGS:Instrumentation continues to evolve. Although the current generation of photoscreeners and autorefractors strive to identify amblyopia risk factors, newer technology aims to directly ident...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： O'Hara MA

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the efficacy of intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) for keratoconus and with other interventions such as contacts lens, keratoplasty, and corneal collagen cross-linking. RECENT FINDINGS:Changes in ICRS thickness and size, combination of procedures, and the adaptation of a more sophist...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Park SE,Tseng M,Lee JK

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Corneal collagen cross-linking has recently emerged as a novel approach for management of ectasia. This article reviews the literature published in the past 3 years about the expanding spectrum of cross-linking as a therapeutic modality and its complications. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent studies have confi...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Suri K,Hammersmith KM,Nagra PK

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The status of the cornea is crucial to a good outcome with cataract extraction. Preexisting corneal disease must be managed appropriately to get the high quality results that we have come to expect with modern day cataract surgery. It is now more common to perform cataract surgery on patients who have had previous cor...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Preschel N,Hardten DR

更新日期：1998-02-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The function is described of the Implantable Miniature Telescope, which is completing clinical development for bilateral end-stage macular degeneration, and 6-month results of the Phase II/III IMT002 prospective, multicenter study are presented. Multispecialty patient management and implications of th...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Lane SS,Kuppermann BD

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Toxic anterior segment syndrome (TASS) is a surgical complication resulting from a noninfectious inflammatory reaction to substances used during intraocular ophthalmic surgery. Continuous reporting of new information concerning risk factors and possible causes is critical for preventing this condition...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Shouchane-Blum K,Dotan A,Bahar I

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cataract surgery continues to evolve as modifications in techniques are introduced. Extracapsular surgery, whether by phacoemulsification or planned extracapsular cataract extraction, is a very safe and effective technique. Maintaining versatility in operative techniques, depending on the clinical situation, is a di...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Agapitos PJ

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Certain paraneoplastic disorders associated with degeneration of the retina, optic nerve, brainstem, and cerebellum may cause visual loss, impairment of ocular motility, or nystagmus and other saccadic intrusions and oscillations. Most of these remote effects of cancer are probably autoimmune conditions. Many affected...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Jacobson DM

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Giant cell arteritis is a systemic disease that can have devastating ophthalmic consequences. New insights into the epidemiology and pathophysiology of the disease may improve early diagnosis and treatment. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Tovilla-Canales JL

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The surgical management of retinopathy of prematurity continues to employ a paradigm of peripheral laser followed by vitrectomy for patients who develop retinal detachment. This review addresses significant advances that have been made in our understanding of the indications, timing, techniques, and o...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Hubbard GB 3rd

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

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：: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:The objective of this review is to evaluate the result of cataract surgery in patients continuing antiplatelet and/or anticoagulant treatment. RECENT FINDINGS:The number of elderly patients using anticoagulant and antiplatelet treatment in prevention of venous thromboembolism has significantly increa...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Grzybowski A,Ascaso FJ,Kupidura-Majewski K,Packer M

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To discuss current knowledge of global risk assessment in ocular hypertension. RECENT FINDINGS:The ophthalmologist treating patients with ocular hypertension is frequently faced with the clinical dilemma of which patients to treat and how vigorous treatment should be. The goal of risk assessment for ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Fechtner RD,Khouri AS

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ophthalmologic nystagmus can be congenital and manifest/latent both of whose waveforms, compensatory mechanisms, and treatment are different. Physiologically, latent nystagmus may be reversed at will, whereas nystagmus and head nodding may be simultaneously triggered at will. Occasional oscillopsia is more frequent th...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Spielmann A

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the publication of my last article in Current Opinion in Ophthalmology in 1991 (2:33-34), the use of multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) has not gained general acceptance among ophthalmologists. Despite this situation, major IOL companies have continued to invest in clinical trials of new designs. Recently, lar...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Pearce JL

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and recent developments in the diagnosis and management of postcataract surgery inflammation. RECENT FINDINGS:In patients with pre-existing uveitis, control of inflammation with topical and/or systemic therapy for 3 months preoperatively continues to be imp...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Taravati P,Lam DL,Leveque T,Van Gelder RN

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the past year, many papers described new surgical approaches to correct extraocular muscles paralysis. New advances have been made in the knowledge of ptosis and superior oblique muscle myochymia. Moreover, the author reports sensory problems concerning subjective cyclorotation and binocularity that arise with ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Bellusci C

更新日期：2001-10-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the emerging applications of deep learning in ophthalmology. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent studies have shown that various deep learning models are capable of detecting and diagnosing various diseases afflicting the posterior segment of the eye with high accuracy. Most of the initial studies hav...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Rahimy E

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00