abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To highlight recent advances in basic research, diagnostic as well as therapeutic advances in ocular parasitosis and to evaluate their application in medical practice. RECENT FINDINGS:Knowledge relating to immunoreactivity in ocular parasitology has grown impressively in past few years. The outcome o...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Rathinam SR,Ashok KA

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The art and science of facial rejuvenation is an ever-evolving field of medicine, as evidenced by the continual development of new surgical and nonsurgical treatment modalities. Over the past 10 years, the use of botulinum toxin and dermal fillers for aesthetic purposes has risen sharply. Herein, we d...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Berbos ZJ,Lipham WJ

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:With the expanding view of the oculofacial surgeon as experts in the realm of aesthetic surgery, familiarity with facial anatomy is essential. The purpose of this review is to present an update on the relevant facial anatomy and its application on rejuvenation. RECENT FINDINGS:Numerous studies have r...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Oh SR,Priel A,Korn BS,Kikkawa DO

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The Residency Review Committee Ophthalmology of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education has recently established guidelines pertaining to the minimum operative requirements for training ophthalmology residents in refractive surgery. Despite being one of the most frequently performed o...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Madu AA,Ali T

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Corneal transplantation is the most commonly performed solid organ transplantation in the world. Despite a glorious history of more than a 100 years, the success of conventional corneal transplantation surgery is marred by problems like graft rejection,graft infection and associated glaucoma due to lo...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Jhanji V,Sharma N,Agarwal T,Vajpayee RB

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To report on the accumulating peer-reviewed data of phakic intraocular lens (pIOL) implantation in the pediatric population. I evaluate and compare the published peer-reviewed articles for the reported efficacy and complications of phakic intraocular lens implantations in children for correction of cl...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Pirouzian A

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide an update on current management of retinoblastoma RECENT FINDINGS:The current major treatment strategies for retinoblastoma involve enucleation, intravenous chemoreduction, and intra-arterial chemotherapy. Enucleation is reserved for eyes with extensive retinoblastoma, in which there is no...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Shields CL,Shields JA

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To present an overview on the clinical manifestations and an update on the current management of neuromyelitis optica (NMO). RECENT FINDINGS:NMO is associated with a significant risk of neurological, ocular and systemic morbidity. Many cases of NMO assume a relapsing course, which can lead clinicians...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Hazin R,Khan F,Bhatti MT

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Tubulointerstitial nephritis and uveitis syndrome (TINU) is a specific form of intraocular inflammation (uveitis) combined with kidney disease that was first described in two patients by Dobrin et al. in 1975. Since then, approximately 200 more cases have been published. The cause of the disease is st...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Mackensen F,Billing H

更新日期：2009-11-01 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:The successful treatment of canalicular obstructions continues to represent a therapeutic challenge. Conjuctivodacryocystorhinostomy with a Lester Jones bypass tube is the standard treatment in these situations. Although a high rate of anatomic success can be achieved with this procedure, a relatively...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Liarakos VS,Boboridis KG,Mavrikakis E,Mavrikakis I

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Although researchers continue to investigate the multifarious etiologic, anatomical, physiological, and pathological factors of dry eye, successful treatment remains a challenge. RECENT FINDINGS:Dry eye prevalence is substantial across populations and the term 'dry eye' is used to describe numerous c...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Abelson MB,Ousler GW 3rd,Maffei C

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The most important recent advance in the treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the development of antivascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapeutic agents that preserve and improve visual acuity by arresting choroidal neovascular growth and reducing vascular p...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Ciulla TA,Rosenfeld PJ

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Pseudoexfoliation syndrome (XFS) is a late-onset and complex disorder that is strongly associated with the development of glaucoma. The purpose of this review is to discuss the inheritance patterns and recent genetic advances in the study of this disorder. RECENT FINDINGS:XFS has a strong familial as...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Challa P

更新日期：2009-03-01 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:The purpose of this review is not to specifically discuss the techniques of veterinary cataract surgery, but rather to emphasize some of the differences between the veterinary and human cataract patients, procedures and outcomes. RECENT FINDINGS:In general, veterinary cataract surgery has more simila...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Wilkie DA,Colitz CM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There have been many reports in recent literature concerning the use of scanning laser polarimetry, Heidelberg retinal tomography and optical coherence topography in assessing the optic nerve and peripapillary nerve fibre layer. It is important to assess the validity of new equipment and see whether t...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Ho SF,Dhar-Munshi S

更新日期：2008-11-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Scleral rigid gas-permeable lenses play an important and underappreciated role in the treatment of corneal disease. This review provides an update on scleral rigid gas-permeable lenses for the visual rehabilitation of ectasia and irregular astigmatism, and an update on scleral rigid gas-permeable lens...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Jacobs DS

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Recent advances in the design and material of phakic intraocular lenses have made them very predictable, safe and effective. The use of these lenses in refractive surgery is expected to increase very significantly in the near future. The aim of this review is to update the reader regarding the recent ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Espandar L,Meyer JJ,Moshirfar M

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this article is to review the retinal complications that may occur after laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK). RECENT FINDINGS:One study investigated the incidence, characteristics, and surgical management of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment after LASIK surgery in myopia. The inc...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Arevalo JF

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW:Cataract surgery induces considerable vitreous modifications that can lead to posterior vitreous detachment. Studies indicate that these changes, whether combined or not with peripheral retinal degenerations such as lattice areas, carry risk for subsequent retinal breaks or detachment. RECENT FIN...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Coppé AM,Lapucci G

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the epidemiology of disc hemorrhages and underscore the importance of detecting these markers of potential glaucomatous damage and progression. RECENT FINDINGS:The Ocular Hypertension Treatment Study has confirmed that disc hemorrhages are an independent risk factor in the development of ...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Uhler TA,Piltz-Seymour J

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Advances in the design of intraocular lenses give options to patients for some return to the optical accommodation needed to focus on objects at different distances. Technology is only improving these options for presbyopic-correcting intraocular lenses. Surgeons must consider the possible neuroadapta...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Pepin SM

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cataract surgery in India has seen exponential growth in the past decade. This leap was possible due to cost-effective cataract surgery with intraocular lenses. The purpose of this review is to update the reader regarding the Indian scenario of cataract surgery and intraocular lens manufacturing. REC...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Aravind S,Haripriya A,Sumara Taranum BS

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review summarizes the current evidence for biologic therapies in the treatment of uveitis. The review emphasizes published research in this field since 2005. RECENT FINDINGS:The anti-tumour necrosis factor-alpha infliximab and adalimumab have demonstrated significant efficacy in controlling uvei...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Imrie FR,Dick AD

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The diagnosis and successful treatment of visually significant refractive errors in children are a subject of continued study and debate. RECENT FINDINGS:Treatment of significant refractive errors is widely accepted to reduce lifelong vision loss from amblyopia. Children aged 3-5 years may be screene...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Braverman R

更新日期：2007-09-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Posterior vitreous detachment is the principal predisposing event for the development of retinal breaks and rhegmatogenous retinal detachments. Patients with unilateral posterior vitreous detachment are potentially at risk of developing the complications associated with posterior vitreous detachment i...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Hikichi T

更新日期：2007-05-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is a suggestion of increased risk or progression of age-related macular degeneration after cataract surgery, which is related to the increased exposure of the retina to short-wavelength light. RECENT FINDINGS:Cell culture and animal work has described retinal and retinal pigment epithelium phot...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Patel JI

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to collate evidence and make recommendations regarding the use of multifocal intraocular lenses in patients with glaucoma. RECENT FINDINGS:Multifocal intraocular implants have been in use since the 1980s. Several studies have been done comparing their advantages and disa...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Kumar BV,Phillips RP,Prasad S

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe recent advances in the understanding of the pathogenesis of the most common malignant lymphomas that occur as primary and secondary tumors in ocular tissues. RECENT FINDINGS:Advances have been made in the understanding of the genetic alterations in mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lympho...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Coupland SE,Damato B

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The history, pharmacology, indications, complications, and success rates of botulinum administration are discussed in this review as they relate to strabismus and associated conditions. RECENT FINDINGS:Botulinum has been used to treat strabismus and a variety of other ocular conditions for over three...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Crouch ER

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Methods of flap creation have changed over the years from the evolution of the mechanical microkeratome to the introduction of the IntraLase femtosecond laser keratome, both of which have different mechanisms of action to create corneal resections. Previous studies report the advantages and disadvanta...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Stonecipher K,Ignacio TS,Stonecipher M

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The Charles Bonnet syndrome is a disorder of visual hallucinations typically occurring in older persons with vision impairment or deafferentation of the visual cortex. This review cites recent studies on Charles Bonnet syndrome and discusses treatment options. The numbers of affected persons will incr...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Rovner BW

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:An update on recent work is provided that has broadened our understanding of the evaluation of visual function and structure, and their use in evaluating glaucoma progression. RECENT FINDINGS:The challenge of determining visual-field progression and the implications of long-term fluctuation are revie...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Giangiacomo A,Garway-Heath D,Caprioli J

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review provides an update of recent advances in understanding the quality and functional significance of contrast sensitivity for the clinician regarding cataract, intraocular lenses and refractive surgery that goes beyond the measurement of visual acuity. RECENT FINDINGS:New American National S...

journal_title：Current opinion in ophthalmology

authors： Ginsburg AP

更新日期：2006-02-01 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: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