Evolution of TUNEL-labeling in the rat lens after in vivo exposure to just above threshold dose UVB.

abstract：PURPOSE:To synthesize and characterize hydrogels with viscoelastic properties comparable to those of the natural lens. METHODS:Hydrogels were synthesized in water by free-radical polymerization of the monomer poly(ethyleneglycol)-monomethacrylate. Three different molecular weights of poly(ethyleneglycol)-dimethacrylat...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Murthy SK,Ravi N

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The fibroblast growth factors (FGFs) are a family of 9 heparin binding proteins which have been proposed to play key roles in angiogenesis. Basic FGF (bFGF), acidic FGF (aFGF) and FGF5 have previously been demonstrated to be expressed in the normal retina and RPE. In this study, the expression of FGF5 was explo...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Kitaoka T,Morse LS,Schneeberger S,Ishigooka H,Hjelmeland LM

更新日期：1997-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Experiments were performed to evaluate the effect of various pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines on the human fetal retinal pigment epithelium's (HFRPE) expression of major histocompatibility complex (MHC) and costimulatory molecules. METHODS:Pure cultures of HFRPE cells were isolated. HFRPE cells were incuba...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Farrokh-Siar L,Rezai KA,Palmer EM,Patel SC,Ernest TJ,van Seventer GA

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In the mature retina retinoic acid (RA) biosynthesis was reported to be regulated by light. RA is of vital importance for proper function of the retina. RA activity is mediated by interaction with nuclear retinoic acid receptors (RARs) and retinoid X receptors (RXRs). The purpose of this study was to determine ...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Janssen JJ,Kuhlmann ED,van Vugt AH,Winkens HJ,Janssen BP,Deutman AF,Driessen CA

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Frequent steroid drops represent a challenge in patient compliance. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of 5 minute topical dexamethasone sodium phosphate-Visulex (DSP-Visulex) treatment regimen (two applications on the first week then weekly after) compared to daily prednisolone acetate 1% (PA) for no...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Papangkorn K,Truett KR,Vitale AT,Jhaveri C,Scales DK,Foster CS,Montieth A,Higuchi JW,Brar B,Higuchi WI

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Alternative splicing of the last exon (exon 8) of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) pre-mRNA is a key element in the balance of pro- and anti-angiogenic VEGF isoforms in exudative age-related macular degeneration (exAMD) and proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR). Three splicing factors, SRp40, ASF/SF...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Carter JG,Cherry J,Williams K,Turner S,Bates DO,Churchill AJ

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Nona-D-arginine amide (D9R) affected a cure of Pseudomonas aeruginosa corneal disease when combined with ciprofloxacin. In this study, we show that D9R alone and prophylactic treatment with D9R significantly reduced corneal pathology and bacterial burden associated with P. aeruginosa infection. MATERIALS AND M...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Karicherla P,Hobden JA

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lens epithelial cells were isolated from samples of C57BL/6 and CD-1 mice at different ages between 1 and 5 months, and assayed for the level of N-acetyl-beta-glucosaminidase and their ability to replicate in-vitro. The lens epithelial cells from C57BL/6 mice had a reduced replicative potential compared to other norma...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Lipman RD,Muggleton-Harris AL

更新日期：1982-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cell proliferation is an important step in the pathogenesis of ocular diseases such as proliferative retinopathy. Growth factors play a major role in modulating the development and progression of these diseases. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of single growth f...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Kaven CW,Spraul CW,Zavazava NK,Lang GK,Lang GE

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The expression of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) class II molecules on the cell surface is necessary for the presentation of peptide antigens to helper CD4 T lymphocytes of the immune system. We studied the immunoexpression of HLA class II antigen in conjunctival precursor lesions and conjunctival squamous cell ...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Abhyankar D,Lakshmi SA,Pushparaj V,Biswas J,Krishnakumar S

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Oxidative stress is considered a major factor in the deterioration of retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells in dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The MAPK ERK1/2 can be activated by oxidative stress, may exert both pro- and anti-apoptotic functions, and has recently been proposed as a major factor in ...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Koinzer S,Reinecke K,Herdegen T,Roider J,Klettner A

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE/AIMS:To evaluate the prognostic factors for the best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and central subfield macular thickness (CSMT) after vitrectomy with internal limiting membrane (ILM) peeling for diabetic macular edema. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 44 eyes of 35 patients who had undergone vitrectomy with ...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Yamada Y,Suzuma K,Ryu M,Tsuiki E,Fujikawa A,Kitaoka T

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of electrical stimulation of the sympathetic nerves on the blood-aqueous barrier was investigated in rabbits. The permeability of the barrier was assessed during either acute, chronic or following chronic nerve stimulation. During acute and chronic stimulation of the sympathetic nerves, fluorescein entered ...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Bartels SP,Pawlowski AM

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Disulfiram (DSF) exhibits a wide variety of biological activities, including an anti-inflammatory action, on which we focused our attention. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of oral DSF on endotoxin-induced uveitis (EIU) in rats. METHODS:We investigated its effect upon cellular infilt...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Kanai K,Itoh N,Yoshioka K,Yonezawa T,Ikadai H,Hori Y,Ito Y,Nagai N,Chikazawa S,Hoshi F,Higuchi S

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) has been proposed as a therapeutic target for the treatment of cataracts. The authors investigated the relationship between nuclear factor of activated T cells 5 (NFAT5) and NF-κB in ultraviolet B (UVB)-irradiated human lens epithelial (HLE) cells. METHODS:Human lens epithelial B...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Chung I,Hah YS,Ju S,Kim JH,Yoo WS,Cho HY,Yoo JM,Seo SW,Choi WS,Kim SJ

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:After corneal injury, persistent epithelial defects (PED's) may occur due to the chronic failure of the regenerating epithelium to adhere to the underlying stroma. The aim of this study was to examine the potential of epsilonaminocaproic acid (EACA) as a topical treatment for PED's. EACA inhibits the activation...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Williams PB,Crouch ER Jr,Crouch ER,Mazaheri M

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This work compares the concentration of active ingredients and preservatives in commonly used brand name versus generic glaucoma medications. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Active ingredient and benzalkonium chloride (BAK) concentrations in brand name latanoprost and dorzolamide-timolol were each compared to two gen...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Kahook MY,Fechtner RD,Katz LJ,Noecker RJ,Ammar DA

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intracellular binding proteins have been identified and isolated from B cells by their ability to bind to the synthetic peptide (1169-1191), the major immunodominant epitope of bovine interphotoreceptor retinoid-binding protein (IRBP) coupled to cyanogen bromide activated Sepharose 4B. After SDS-PAGE, two discrete pro...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Rengarajan K,de Smet MD,Chader GJ,Wiggert B

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the potential impact of corneal crosslinking treatment (365 nm ultraviolet (UV)A irradiation with riboflavin) on the material properties of Intracorneal Rings Segments (ICRS). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Material properties were studied using FT-IR spectroscopy and UV-Vis spectroscopy. Rings were examined:...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Sideroudi H,Labiris G,Soto-Beobide A,Voyiatzis G,Chrissanthopoulos A,Kozobolis V

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To test the feasibility of implanting human anterior lens capsules (HALCs) with porcine corneal endothelial cells (pCEC) in vivo in Göttingen minipigs and at the same time test the suitability of Göttingen minipig as model for endothelial keratoplasty. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Cell-carrier constructs of decellularize...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Telinius N,Spinozzi D,Rasic D,Dapena I,Baandrup U,Miron A,Oellerich S,Hjortdal J

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lipid synthesis was investigated in bovine lens in organ culture for 9 hours using 14C acetate as a precursor. The greatest incorporation occurred in phospholipid fraction with phosphatidyl choline being the major phospholipid labeled. Considerable activity was incorporated in the free fatty acid fraction, cholesterol...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Albers-Jackson B,Nga Do A

更新日期：1987-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Form-deprivation myopia (FDM) is believed to result principally from actions of substances that modulate information processing in the retina. We used a chick model to investigate what role nitric oxide (NO), a gaseous neuromodulator, might play in the development of FDM. METHODS:We injected different concentr...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Fujikado T,Kawasaki Y,Fujii J,Taniguchi N,Okada M,Suzuki A,Ohmi G,Tano Y

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Metabolic syndrome is a disorder characterized by a constellation of findings including truncal obesity, elevated blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol levels, and high blood glucose. Recent evidence suggests that metabolic syndrome may be associated with increased risk of age-related macular degeneration...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Roddy GW,Rosa RH,Viker KB,Holman BH,Hann CR,Krishnan A,Gores GJ,Bakri SJ,Fautsch MP

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have examined the T cell specificity of a Lewis rat T cell line (R208) specific for a pathogenic, 123 residue cyanogen bromide produced peptide of bovine S-antigen by using two independent sets of overlapping synthetic peptides representing the entire length of the 123 residue fragment. S-antigen, a 48 kDa immunopa...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Fling SP,Gregerson DS,Obritsch WF,Boyce-Jacino M,Merryman CF,Donoso LA

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the effects of a subconjunctival injection of mitomycin-C (MMC) on iridial circulation in rabbits. METHODS:Dutch rabbits anesthetized with pentobarbital received a 0.2-ml subconjunctival injection of 0.4 mg/ml or 0.1 mg/ml MMC; the contralateral eye received 0.2 ml physiological saline. Intraocula...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Tomidokoro A,Araie M,Tamaki Y,Muta K

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Due to a possible link in humans between atherosclerosis, a high-fat diet, and the development of age-related retinal degenerations, we investigated retinal changes with age and diet in high-fat-fed C57BL/6 mice, a mouse model of human atherosclerosis. METHODS:We fed C57BL/6J mice either a normal chow diet or ...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Miceli MV,Newsome DA,Tate DJ Jr,Sarphie TG

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of these studies is to develop an in vitro model of corneal endothelial aging and to investigate age-related changes in morphology, mitosis, prostaglandin synthesis and prostaglandin response pathways. METHODS:First-passage rabbit corneal endothelial cells were grown in vitro for up to 30 days afte...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Jumblatt MM

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study sought to evaluate the efficacy of bevacizumab (Avastin), an anti-VEGF agent, in the reduction of corneal neovascularization in a rodent model, and compare between the effect of intraocular and subconjunctival injection. METHODS:Corneal neovascularization was induced by application of a mixture of 7...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Avisar I,Weinberger D,Kremer I

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inhibition of ciliary process adenylate cyclase was studied on rabbit membrane preparations. When considered individually, epinephrine, GTP and NaCl did not inhibit adenylate cyclase activity. On the other hand, when present together, epinephrine, GTP (10(-5) M) and NaCl (200 mM) acted synergistically to cause a 27% i...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Kintz P,Himber J,de Burlet G,Andermann G

更新日期：1988-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the stability of successive applanation tonometry measurements in glaucomatous eyes. METHODS:A prospective, comparative, randomized, and evaluator-masked study was conducted in a tertiary medical center. Sixty-seven patients with glaucoma attending our glaucoma clinic underwent four successive intr...

journal_title：Current eye research

authors： Gaton DD,Ehrenberg M,Lusky M,Wussuki-Lior O,Dotan G,Weinberger D,Snir M

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00