[Second opinion in Ophthalmology].

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the distribution of axial length, anterior chamber depth, lens thickness, vitreous chamber depth, and central corneal thickness in children at different age groups. METHODS:We studied 364 eyes in 182 children with ages between 1 and 12 years. Axial length, anterior chamber depth, lens thickness,...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Gul A,Caglar C,Cınal A,Yasar T,Kılıc A

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the aqueous humor (AH) concentrations of moxifloxacin 0.5% and gatifloxacin 0.3% solutions alone or when treatment was combined with steroids, and to correlate these concentrations with the minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) for the most common endophthalmitis-causing organisms. METHODS:Patient...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Gomes RLR,Viana RG,Melo LAS Jr,Cruz AC,Lima AAS Filho,Suenaga EM,Campos M

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The treatment of glaucoma is made initially with the use of eyedrops, with the purpose to decrease intraocular pressure and to minimize the damages to the optic nerve. The lack of compliance with drug therapy can be influenced by factors related to patients, doctors and medicines. PURPOSES:To estimate the...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Castro AN,Mesquita WA

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of a seven year-old male patient, born at term without any perinatal complications, referred to the Retina/Vitreous Service for diagnostic elucidation. He had a history of progressive visual acuity loss on his left eye that started four years ago. On examination, he had decreased corneal diameter an...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Lavezzo MM,Barreira AK Jr,Zacharias LC,Takahashi WY

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To identify the frequency of ocular diseases among recipients of disability benefits in the metropolitan region of Recife, Brazil. METHODS:A review was performed of 217,221 cases of disability benefits granted between 2010 and 2015 by the executive managerial department of the Brazilian National Institute of S...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Veloso JCB,Câmara Filho JWS,Gaete MIL,Lira RPC

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lichen planus (LP) is an autoimmune, inflammatory disease of unknown etiology that commonly affects the skin and mucous membranes. Retinal vasculitis is a group of vision-threatening disorders, in which autoimmunity is thought to play a role in pathogenesis. We present the case of a patient who was diagnosed with reti...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Dikci S,Genç O,Yılmaz T,Fırat PG

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate fixation by a bioadhesive of the external ocular muscles to the porous polyethylene spheres. METHODS:An experimental study was performed using eight white rabbits that underwent right eye enucleation with placement of 12 mm spheres of porous polyethylene. The rectus muscles (superior and inferior) ...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Ferraz LC,Schellini SA,Wludarski SL,Padovani CR,Müller S

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the main causes of penetrating keratoplasty indications at "Hospital das Clínicas-UNICAMP" (January, 1999 to December, 2003). METHODS:A non-comparative, retrospective series of case studies. The authors reviewed the files of 857 patients who underwent penetrating keratoplasty at "Hospital das Clín...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Flores VG,Dias HL,de Castro RS

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Regardless of significant progress in the field of corneal transplantation to treat corneal opacification, some cases of corneal blindness still present a poor prognosis for conventional penetrating keratoplasty. In patients with repeated graft failure and/or with severe ocular surface disease, the Boston type I kerat...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Magalhães FP,Sousa LB,Oliveira LA

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fungal endophthalmitis is a rare condition often associated with poor prognosis. We present a case of postoperative acute fungal endophthalmitis caused by the yeast-like fungus Stephanoascus ciferrii (Candida ciferrii). The fungus was resistant to fluconazole, voriconazole, and amphotericin B but susceptible to caspof...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Danielescu C,Cantemir A,Chiselita D

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSES:To describe a surgical technique utilized in a group of Oriental patients to create a crease in the superior eyelid, associated or not with a blepharoplasty, and to review the main factors to attain a satisfactory final result. METHODS:A retrospective study was made in 12 data of patients submitted to a surge...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Vieira GS,Moura Eda M,Van Baak A

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To show the subperiosteal midface lift as an option to treat cicatricial eyelid ectropion. METHODS:Nine patients submitted to 12 surgeries to correct cicatricial eyelid ectropion, were evaluated according sex, age and treatment results. All the patients had the surgery done under local anesthesia and the midfa...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Schellini SA,Sampaio Junior Ade A

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cicatricial ectropion may be a consequence of certain systemic diseases as well as the result of drug use. Our goal here was to research the different causes of this condition as reported in the literature, including more recently suspected etiologies. A detailed PubMed literature search indicated many different etiol...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Rossetto JD,Gracitelli CPB,Osaki TH,Osaki MH

更新日期：2019-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the relationship between quantitative iris parameters and the presence of keratoconus. METHODS:Cross-sectional observational study that included 15 affected eyes of 15 patients with keratoconus and 26 eyes of 26 normal age- and sex-matched controls. Iris parameters (area, thickness, and pupil di...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Bonfadini G,Arora K,Vianna LM,Campos M,Friedman D,Muñoz B,Jun AS

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traumatic optic nerve avulsion occurs most commonly after blunt ocular trauma. Optic nerve avulsion by high caliber bullet is exceptional and must be thought of in the management of those patients victims of gunshot wounds to the globe and orbit. The present paper reports the first documented case of this singular con...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Tárcia Rde A

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the epidemiology of superficial corneal foreign body. METHODS:Patients who were seen at the Emergency Service of the Federal University of São Paulo, from April/05 to June/05, were screened and those with superficial corneal foreign body were interviewed. Data regarding gender, age, occupation, emp...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Gerente VM,Melo GB,Regatieri CV,Alvarenga LS,Martins EN

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the biopsychosocial profile of patients with anophthalmia, with emphasis on the psychological and functional impact of eye loss and the social reintegration of this population. METHODS:Prospective analyses of 84 patients (50 males and 34 females), rehabilitated or in the rehabilitation process with...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Cabral LG,Martelli Júnior H,Leite DM,Sabatini Júnior D,Freitas AB,Miranda RT,Swerts MS,Barros LM

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To study the deformation response of three distinct contact lenses with known structures, which served as corneal models, under different chamber pressures using ultra-high-speed (UHS) Scheimpflug imaging. METHODS:Three hydrophilic contact lenses were mounted on a sealed water chamber with precisely adjustable...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Correia FF,Ramos I,Roberts CJ,Steinmueller A,Krug M,Ambrósio R Jr

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To report a specific line of research developed at the University of São Paulo/Brazil on fibrin glue used for sealing corneal perforations and the perspectives of use on non-perforated corneal ulcers and photorefractive keratectomy-operated corneas. METHODS:To describe fibrin glue manufacture, development of a...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Bonatti JA,Bechara SJ,Dall'Col MW,Cresta FB,Carricondo PC,Kara-José N

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the incidence of positive corneoscleral rim cultures preserved in Optisol GS medium, to identify pathogens involved and possible recipient eye infection. METHODS:A hundred sixty-three corneoscleral rim cultures penetrating keratoplasties performed from January 2001 to January 2003 in the Hospital ...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Borowsky CM,Wallau AD,Reetz A,Kwitko S,Rymer S,Locatelli CI

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSES:To investigate the intra-laboratory reproducibility of clinical features and to evaluate corneal optical anisotropies in a rabbit model of limbal stem cell deficiency. METHODS:Limbal injury was induced in the right eye of 23 adult New Zealand White rabbits using a highly aggressive protocol that combined 360 ...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Kobashigawa KK,Aldrovani M,Barros Sobrinho AAF,Silva PDES,Marcusso PF,Marinho-Neto FA,Padua IRM,Laus JL

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the most common approach to repair the anophthalmic socket in Brazil, and to compare the data with the trends in other countries. METHODS:Exploratory study using electronic questionnaire sent by Internet to ophthalmologists members of the Brazilian Orbit and Oculoplastic Society (SBCPO). The recei...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Sousa RL,Schellini SA,Zornoff Dde C,Padovani CR

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe the clinical evolution of cases with avulsed retinal vessels without retinal detachment treated with laser or scleral buckle. METHODS:Retrospective analysis of cases with avulsed retinal vessels treated between 2001-2003. Laser photocoagulation or scleral buckle was used. The minimum follow-up was ...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Zeni LP,Vilela MA

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the measurement of the palpebral fissure done either manually and by computer analysis of image of individuals without lid alterations. METHODS:One hundred two palpebral fissures from 51 normal subjects have been analyzed. The patients' age ranged from 17 to 84 years, with 25 (49%) males and 26 (51%...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Nunes TP,Oliveira TF,Matayoshi S

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the ophthalmic artery hemodynamics in patients with chronic heart failure. METHODS:Doppler parameters of ophthalmic artery of 18 patients with chronic heart failure in different stages of the disease were compared with 21 healthy volunteers (control group). These parameters were also correlated wit...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Almeida-Freitas DB,Meira-Freitas D,Melo LA Jr,Paranhos A Jr,Iared W,Ajzen S

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To demonstrate optical coherence tomography efficacy to evaluate macular anatomical outcomes, in eyes with silicone oil-filled vitreous cavity after vitrectomy. METHODS:A descriptive observational study of 28 (twenty-eight) patients submitted to pars plana vitrectomy having silicone oil as vitreous substitute....

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Maia OO Jr,Takahashi WY,Nakashima Y,Primiano Júnior HP,Takahashi BS,Nakashima AF

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Investigate the average blinking time in conversation and in Video Display Terminal use of young adults and adults in the presbyopic age group. METHODS:A transversal analytical study in a readily accessible sample consisting of Volkswagen do Brasil - Curitiba, Paraná employees was performed. The cohort group...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Schaefer TM,Schaefer AR,Abib FC,José NK

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Compare the retinal structure of the macula and fovea among premature infants with retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) stages II and III post treatment, premature infants with ROP stages II and III with spontaneous regression and premature infants without ROP, through optical coherence tomography (OCT) and binocul...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Bonotto LB,Moreira AT,Bortolotto CM

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSES:To validate a teleophthalmology mobile system aimed at improving and providing eye urgency screenings in remote and poor area settings in Brazil. The system enables one or more ophthalmologists to remotely examine a patient's condition and submit a decision describing the gravity of the case. If necessary, the...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Ribeiro AG,Rodrigues RA,Guerreiro AM,Regatieri CV

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retinoschisis is an abnormal separation of the retinal layers and is asymptomatic in most cases. Enlargement of the area of retinoschisis and retinal tear and detachment are possible complications of the disease, and the treatment of retinoschisis is controversial. In this case report, we present a case of retinal det...

journal_title：Arquivos brasileiros de oftalmologia

authors： Suzuki AC,Zacharias LC,Tanaka T,Rocha DN,Takahashi WY

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00