Amniotic Membrane Transplant for Bullous Keratopathy: Confocal Microscopy & Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography.

abstract：PURPOSE:To report the infrequent complications, including antielevation and adherence syndrome, after a unilateral and bilateral inferior oblique (IO) recession procedure and to discuss the possible causes. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was conducted for patients on whom unilateral or bilateral IO weakening sur...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Niyaz L,Yücel OE,Gul A

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cosmetic eyelid surgery has benefited from the use of the carbon dioxide laser. The short pulsed laser cuts through tissue with limited surrounding thermal damage, resulting in incisions that heal with minimal scarring comparable to traditional cold steel methods. The laser provides excellent hemostasis, which shorten...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Lessner AM,Fagien S

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The lacrimal caruncle is a modified cutaneous tissue that contains hair follicles, accessory lacrimal glands, sweat glands, lobules of fat, and sebaceous glands. Due to the nature of tissue, a variety of lesions, both benign and malignant, could arise from this area. Lymphomas of the eye and its adnexa are frequently ...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Ting DS,Mansoor Q,Mathew S,Wride NK

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The differential diagnosis of dilated iris vasculature in a neonate includes retinopathy of prematurity with anterior segment plus disease, persistent fetal vasculature, intrauterine cocaine exposure, maternal diabetes, and other pathologies associated with iris neovascularization and ischemia seen in adult population...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Gorovoy IR,Vaccari JC

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to evaluate corneal parameters obtained by Scheimpflug imaging of dermatochalasis patients both preoperatively and after blepharoplasty. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Sixty eyes of 30 patients (22 female, 8 male), which were operated upon for the upper eyelid, were included in the study. Pati...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Dogan E,Akbas Kocaoglu F,Yalniz-Akkaya Z,Elbeyli A,Burcu A,Ornek F

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Currently, there is no proven drug treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Several different treatment strategies are being investigated, including complement inhibition, neuroprotection, and visual cycle inhibitors, and novel clinical trial endpoints are being explored. Studies have identified genet...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Yehoshua Z,Rosenfeld PJ,Albini TA

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most serious complications of chronic diabetes mellitus and is the leading cause of blindness in working-age populations. Large, randomized studies have demonstrated the benefits of systemic and ocular therapy in the prevention and treatment of diabetic retinopathy. The process of an...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Gardlik R,Fusekova I

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Corneal neovascularization causes deterioration of visual acuity and increases surface irregularities. Various techniques have been employed to help control the progression of corneal neovascularization; bevacizumab is a medication that targets the specific pathway of corneal neovascularization. The Boston Ocular Surf...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Lim M,Jacobs DS,Rosenthal P,Carrasquillo KG

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the results of scleral-fixated posterior chamber intraocular lenses (SFIOL) in pediatric and adult patients. METHODS:We carried out a retrospective analysis of 129 eyes of 120 patients (adult group, n = 96; pediatric group, n = 24) who underwent SFIOL implantation. Outcome measures were indications...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Burcu A,Yalniz-Akkaya Z,Abay I,Acar MA,Ornek F

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is now widely acknowledged that vasculogenesis and immunogenic inflammation are intricately related in many tissues. However, less understood is to what extent blood (heme) angiogenesis (HA) and lymphangiogenesis (LG) are differentially regulated, and in turn contribute potentially to different aspects of adaptive ...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Dana MR

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To employ optical coherence tomography (OCT) to examine the relationship of changes in the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) and macular thickness as well as ganglion cell (GC) parameters with the stage of keratoconus (KC), and to compare these changes with a control group. METHODS:A total of 84 eyes of 68 pati...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Uzunel UD,Küsbeci T,Yüksel B

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the relationship between lens density using the Scheimpflug system and phacodynamics in nuclear cataracts as related to patient age. METHODS:In 262 eyes with nuclear cataracts, the objective lens density was determined by Pentacam Nucleus Staging (PNS) software while subjective grading was achieved...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Lim SA,Shin JY,Chung SH

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To retrospectively investigate the clinical characteristics of Moraxella keratitis. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We reviewed the medical records of 17 patients with Moraxella keratitis. Onset age, sex, predisposing factors, initial clinical presentations, culture and antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and managemen...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Tobimatsu Y,Inada N,Shoji J,Yamagami S

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Investigate risk factors for unplanned return to the operating room after resident-performed cataract surgery. DESIGN:Retrospective case-control study. SETTING:Institutional. METHODS:Study population: All patients with reoperation within 90 days of resident-performed phacoemulsification were matched to fou...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Menda SA,Driver TH,Neiman AE,Blumberg S,Naseri A,Stewart JM

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of the Boston Keratoprosthesis (B-KPro) has grown significantly, both in the United States and overseas over the course of the last decade. It is the most frequently employed keratoprosthesis for the management of complex corneal blindness. Improving outcomes and reductions in devastating complications such as cor...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Robert MC,Dohlman CH

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of angle closure glaucoma requires an understanding of the underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms. Treatment is aimed at eliminating pupillary block and other causes of angle closure, re-opening the angle, and preventing further damage to the optic nerve by lowering intraocular pressure. Medical therapy pla...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Hoh ST,Aung T,Chew PT

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the effect of posterior capsular opacification (PCO) and Neodymium-doped:Yttrium Aluminium Garnet (Nd:YAG) laser capsulotomy on tilt and decentration of intraocular lens (IOL) at vertical and horizontal meridians. METHODS:The study included 64 eyes of 64 patients. IOL decentration and tilt were measu...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Uzel MM,Ozates S,Koc M,Taslipinar Uzel AG,Yılmazbaş P

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of visual impairment worldwide. Classically, clinicians have evaluated patients through a full ophthalmological examination including gonioscopy, measurement of intraocular pressure (IOP), and assessment of the optic nerve. New imaging modalities have further enhanced our ability ...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Kamat SS,Gregory MS,Pasquale LR

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The lacrimal drainage system consists of the lacrimal puncta, inferior and superior canaliculi, common canaliculus, lacrimal sac, and nasolacrimal duct. It is classically divided into upper and lower portions. Obstruction of the drainage system can be congenital or acquired, and may result in persistent epiphora and m...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Dantas RR

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome is a bilateral, chronic, diffuse granulomatous panuveitis associated with poliosis, vitiligo, and central nervous system and auditory signs. Increasing reports have been published to describe the clinical features of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome. These manifestations are variable. This a...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Pan D,Hirose T

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the changes of optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) parameters in diabetic retinopathy (DR) using an updated software with 3D projection artifact removal. Methods: In this cross-sectional observational study, 192 eyes of 111 patients with diabetes mellit...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Ragkousis A,Kozobolis V,Kabanarou S,Bontzos G,Mangouritsas G,Heliopoulos I,Chatziralli I

更新日期：2020-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the characteristics of macular edema (ME) before and after radial optic neurotomy (RON) detected by optical coherence tomography (OCT), in patients with central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO). DESIGN:Interventional case series. METHODS:Five eyes of 5 patients affected by CRVO underwent RON. Complet...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Patelli F,Radice P,Zumbo G,Fasolino G,Marchi S

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To present a case of unilateral development of severe corneal vascularization in the eye of a keratoconic patient implanted with Intacs microthin prescription inserts and concurrent bilateral use of rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses. METHODS:A 20-year-old male underwent unilateral implantation of Intacs...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Kymionis GD,Kontadakis GA

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Evaluating the ocular manifestation and fundus fluorescein angiography (FA) findings of patients with Behçet's disease as well as the relationship between visual acuity and angiographic findings. METHODS:Retrospective chart review of patients with Behçet's disease seen at the Farabi Eye Hospital. RESULTS:Fort...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Bazvand F,Zarei M,Ebrahimiadib N,Karkhaneh R,Davoudi S,Soleimanzadeh M,Sharifian E,Roohipoor R,Modjtahedi BS

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The opportunity to perform two or more ophthalmic operations simultaneously has increased in recent years. In keratoplasty too, the simultaneous operation consisting of cataract extraction and IOL insertion (triple procedure) has become common. Penetrating keratoplasty (PKP) and planned extracapsular cataract extracti...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Senoo T

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A seven-month-old male child was brought in for an eye test for poor vision and nystagmus noticed from four months of age. The child had delayed milestones of development and multiple (six times) episodes of unexplained lower respiratory tract infection (from two months of age) treated by pediatricians at different ce...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Padhi TR,Pattnaik S,Kesarwani S,Das T

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Investigating the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL), macular and ganglion cell complex thickness in eyes of migraine patients using optical coherence tomography. METHODS:The study was designed as an observational cross-sectional study. 50 patients with migraine (30 patients with aura and 20 patients without aura) a...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Yülek F,Dirik EB,Eren Y,Simavlı H,Uğurlu N,Çağıl N,Şimşek Ş

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary intraocular lymphoma (PIOL) is a type of primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL). It is the most common neoplastic masquerade syndrome involving the eye. Its protean ocular manifestations, plus in many cases the initial positive response to corticosteroid therapy for presumed uveitis, delay accurate di...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Choi JY,Kafkala C,Foster CS

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the efficacy of combined manual small incision cataract and glaucoma surgery with anterior chamber maintainer (ACM) alone versus that with intraoperative viscoelastics. METHODS:Hospital electronic medical records of patients who underwent small incision cataract and trabeculectomy and intraocular le...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Rao A,Padhy D,Das G,Sarangi S

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine what metrics might impact satisfaction survey responses. METHODS:A 37-question survey was administered to 249 participants. Responses were correlated to demographics, clinical factors, weather conditions, and examination timing. RESULTS:Sample consists of 55.4% female and 73.9% white, and mean ag...

journal_title：Seminars in ophthalmology

authors： Rahmatnejad K,Myers JS,Falls ME,Myers SR,Waisbourd M,Hark LA

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00