abstract：:Optic neuritis is a frequent neuro-ophthalmological disease in which the diagnosis can be based on just a few symptoms and findings. It is not only important to differentiate from other optic nerve disorders but also to recognise special types of optic neuritis, which is mostly only possible during the course of the d...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Wilhelm H,Heine C,Tonagel F

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The covered sclerotomy is a minimally invasive, standardized fistulating glaucoma surgical procedure with reduced risk of complications. Early postoperative bleb fibrosis is a main success-limiting problem. In this clinical study IOP follow-up and the one year success rate after primary application of mitomy...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Karioris E,Wirbelauer C,Häberle H,Pham DT

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Fireworks combusted during New Year's Eve festivities can cause different eye traumas which often need complex reconstructive surgery. It was our aim to systematically analyse these eye trauma cases which were treated at our clinic during the last eight years. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Age, gender, side, trauma me...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Unterlauft JD,Wiedemann P,Meier P

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Endothelial cell damage can be found after a phacoemulsification. The reason for this cell damage is not yet known. The temperature rise inside the anterior chamber during the emulsification of the lens is considered as a potential damage mechanism. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship betw...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Buschschlüter S,von Eicken J,Wilhelm U,Wilhelm F,Werschnik C,Schlüter R,Koch C,Höh H

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-penetrating glaucoma surgery was primarily developed as an alternative to the widely applied trabeculectomy. Since the anterior chamber in non-penetrating surgery is not directly opened, common postoperative complications such as hypotony are rare. The most frequently applied technique in this group is the deep sc...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Gesser C,Klemm M

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Corneal cross-linking (CXL) with riboflavin is being used more frequently for the treatment of therapy-resistant microbial keratitis, since increasing drug resistance and specific pathogens, e.g. contact lens-associated Acanthamoeba, make this therapy appear as an attractive option to avoid a keratoplasty à ...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Ammermann C,Cursiefen C,Hermann M

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is useful to define atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) as a non-infectious inflammatory condition of the ocular surface, which is associated with atopy. The pathogenesis of the disorder is not completely understood. The diagnosis is based on the patient's history and the clinical manifestations. Successful managemen...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Sobolewska B,Zierhut M

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anti-VEGF injections are widely used "off-label" for the treatment of choroidal neovascularization secondary to pathological myopia based on data generated by multiple case series with small sample sizes. In this review we have analyzed the results of case series with at least 20 patients and a follow-up of ≥ 12 month...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Hefner L,Gerding H

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Achromatopsia is an autosomal recessive inherited retinal disease caused by a complete loss of cone photoreceptor function. About 80 % of achromatopsia patients show mutations in the alpha or beta subunit (A3 and B3) of the cGMP controlled cation channel CNG (cyclic nucleotide-gated channel) of cone photoreceptors. Ho...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Mühlfriedel R,Tanimoto N,Seeliger MW

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Due to the anatomic location of the N. opticus to the brain and its embryological development as a "bulging part of the brain", a close connection between the opticoneuropathy and certain neurological diseases exists. Glaucoma is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder and many cellular and molecular mechanisms of the ch...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Göbel K,Erb C

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Imaging methods of the optic nerve head appear to have an increasing impact in glaucoma diagnosis. The aim of this study is to evaluate the specifity of the Heidelberg Retina Tomograph (software version 1.7 and 3.0) in subjects with physiological cupping and large optic discs. PATIENTS AND METHODS:27 eyes of 2...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Plange N,Hirsch T,Bienert M,Remky A

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For an implemented ophthalmological screening within a German long-term cohort study (National Cohort) simple and effective methods for an examination of visual acuity and for non-mydriatic retina photografies should be evaluated. Furthermore standard operating-procedures (SOP) should be developed. METHODS:...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Leitritz MA,Hense HW,Schiefer U,Nagel M,Greiser H,Linseisen J,Heid I,Fischer B,Thierry S,Bartz-Schmidt KU,Ueffing M

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Up to now, no long-term results about squint surgery with adjustable sutures have been published although it has been practiced using the current techniques since the 1970s. The aim of the study was to analyse patient satisfaction and objective findings and to compare the results to studies about squint surge...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Wabbels B,Förster J,Roggenkämper P

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The number of retinal detachments in children is very low in comparison to the number in adults. One predisposing factor for development of paediatric retinal detachment is suffering from hereditary vitreoretinal degeneration (e.g., Stickler syndrome, Wagner syndrome, Kniest dysplasia, familial exudative vitreoretinop...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Meier P

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional effect of bilateral implantation of apodised diffractive versus progressive multizonal refractive multifocal intraocular lenses compared to standard monofocal intraocular lenses. PATIENTS AND METHOD:229 patients underwent cataract extraction; 66 Array SA40N (AMO...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Baumüller S,Anhalm H,Müller MF,Meyer CH

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sarcoidosis can manifest itself in a variety of affection patterns in the eye. Early diagnosis and treatment are of crucial importance. Therefore the following three cases present occular symptoms associated with sarcoidosis. METHODS:Three case reports are described. RESULTS:We report three cases with pa...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Fieß A,Frisch I,Halstenberg S,Steinhorst U

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The efficacy of a single dose of Ozurdex® was evaluated over a 6-month period in eyes with macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion and intraocular inflammatory disease. HISTORY AND SIGNS:20 eyes of 20 consecutive patients with macular edema received a single injection of Ozurdex® (intravitreal dexametha...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Brunner M,Haueter I,Valmaggia C

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Descemetʼs membrane detachment (DMD) is a rare complication following cataract and glaucoma surgery as well as lamellar graft procedures. DMD can lead to blurry vision, halos and severe visual loss. Clinically, when there is a large central detachment, a double anterior chamber is seen to form. In this scenario, surgi...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Wimmersberger Y,Bergin C,Sharkawi E

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cataract surgery is the most common procedure in ophthalmology. However the surgical outcome depends on various factors. The impact of preoperative and intraoperative factors on the surgical procedure were investigated. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Prospective consecutive study of eyes that underwent cataract surge...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Pérez-Campagne E,Basdekidou C,Petropoulos IK,Noachovitch B,Moubri M

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ovid's "De medicamine faciei feminae" contains the astonishing sentence "Culta placent - all that is artificial is beautiful". In his "Éloge du maquillage" Baudelaire, buidling on Ovid's argument, states that first culture as picture and construction of beauty brings forth the truth of Nature and claims that cosmetics...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Breitsameter C

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Localised distichiasis and trichiasis with resulting keratopathy leads to considerable impairment for the patient. We present a new technique which enables the surgeon to excise the lash with its follicle to prevent regrowth in a single movement. The procedure does not need any preparation, leaving the lid with minima...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Handzel DM,Feretos C,Aral H

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Substitution therapy with artificial tears is the standard in dry eye disease. Nowadays there are a vast variety of different preparations. This article gives an overview of both new and old approaches to substitution therapy (one-, two- and three-phase preparations) as well as opportunities for the causal treatment. ...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Zimmermann N,Erb C

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Corneal topographs that measure the anterior and posterior corneal surface with optical methods need a clear cornea for precise measurements. Opacities cause artifacts in the corneal thickness (with measurements usually being too thin) and corneal curvatures. This is important to know as certain pathologies may repeat...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Franko Zeitz P,Kohlhaas M

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the study was to find out if pupillographic assessment of the visual field by means of pupil campimetry can identify glaucomatous visual field defects and as such be used for glaucoma screening purposes. PATIENTS AND METHODS:20 patients with open angle glaucoma and 30 healthy persons were examine...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Skorkovská K,Kelbsch C,Blumenstock G,Wilhelm H,Wilhelm B

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Sturge-Weber syndrome is a rare congenital disorder consisting of cutaneous, leptomeningeal and ocular vascular malformations. Glaucoma occurs in 30-70 % of patients. Treatment is challenging due to a high risk of severe complications such as expulsive haemorrhage, massive choroidal effusion and serous retinal ...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Greslechner R,Helbig H,Oberacher-Velten IM

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Subretinal perfluorocarbon liquid (PFCL) droplets are occassionally seen after vitreoretinal surgery for retinal detachment. Usually they are located peripherally without causing complications and therapeutic consequences. In contrast, centrally located PFCL droplets affect final visual outcomes. In animal e...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Pfriem M,Hoerauf H

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to differentiate the pressure-reducing results following trabecular aspiration combined with small incision cataract surgery in eyes with pseudoexfoliation depending on preoperative pressure and medication score. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective analysis was made of 104 exfol...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Dinslage S,Rosentreter A,Schild AM,Jordan JF,Widder R,Dietlein TS

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dry-eye is a multifactorial disease consisting of different pathomechanisms including instability of the tearfilm, increase of tearfilm osmolarity and most importantly inflammation of the ocular surface. In this context numerous signalling pathways and related immune mechanisms were identified all pointing towards aut...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Steven P,Cursiefen C

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study is to report the feasibility of one to two weeks delayed reconstruction after eyelid tumor excision. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective case-series study was designed. Fourteen consecutive outpatients referred to a tertiary referral eye center for eyelid tumor management were enrolle...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Haefliger IO,Tschopp M,Piffaretti JM,Pimentel AR

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The intravitreal injection of an anti-VEGF compound is the current standard of care in neovascular AMD. The response to this therapy varies greatly. To date it was not possible to determine clear predictive factors in regard to therapy response, thus making it difficult when counselling patients regarding th...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Kolb S,Menghini M,Barthelmes D,Sutter F,Kurz-Levin M

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The term glaucoma is used as a melting pot of many different diseases which have in common that the retinal ganglion cells and their axons are damaged. Untreated, apoptosis can be induced causing ganglion cell death which subsequently leads to typical glaucomatous damage at the optic nerve head, scotomas of the visual...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Kremmer S,Anastassiou G,Selbach JM

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complicated ptosis can be corrected by frontal suspension with autologous fascia lata. Via an open approach, the fascia is implanted between the brow and the tarsal plate behind the septum. The oblique implantation between the tarsus and the brow preserves the flexibility of elevation, closure and blinking of the uppe...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Pfeiffer MJ

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many new diagnostic instruments have been introduced for imaging in ophthalmology, particularly for retinal diseases and diagnostics in glaucoma. The slit lamp, however, as the most important instrument in practical ophthalmological work, has been largely unchanged for decades. It will be shown that a video ...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Gellrich MM

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultra-high-field MR microscopy is a novel, non-invasive imaging technique to explore the strcutures of the human eye without optical distorsions. This review aims to provide an insight into the technique of the method. The normal MR microscopic anatomy of the human eye with correlations to histology is demonstrated. T...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Langner S,Krueger PC,Stachs O,Hosten N

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Prevention of cardiovascular disease is an important goal in clinical medicine and public health. In the process, the diagnosis of early end-organ damage is a priority beside the treatment of classic cardiovascular risk factors. To achieve this, the ophthalmoscopic examination of the retinal vessels plays ...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Huchzermeyer C,Schaller B,Schmid K,Schmieder RE,Michelson G

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the new generation of EYECUBE devices, the angiography image and the OCT are included in a 3D illustration as an integration. Other diagnostic procedures such as autofluorescence and ICG can also be correlated to the OCT. The aim was to precisely classify various two-dimensional findings in relation to ea...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Hassenstein A,Scholz F,Richard G

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to evaluate retrospectively the clinical outcome of retinal photocoagulation of age-related juxtapapillary choroidal neovascularisation (CNV) with macular oedema. Juxtapapillary CNV represents a rare form of extrafoveal CNV in age-related macular degeneration (AMD). PATIENTS AND ME...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Butros S,Cucera A,Lang GE

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low-dose oral contraceptives can still cause thromboembolic disorders with serious neurologic or ocular disabilities. PATIENT:A 22-year-old woman having used oral contraceptives for several months noticed sudden painless visual loss in her left eye. One tablet of her contraceptive contained ethinylestradiol...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Schmidt D,Kramer-Zucker A

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A high corneal astigmatism limits the attainable visual acuity and the ability of correction with spectacles or contact lenses. The astigmatism can also be an impairment for visual rehabilitation, especially after penetrating keratoplasty. A pseudohakic toric intraocular lens (T-IOL) can correct high corneal...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Eppig T,Viestenz A,Seitz B,Langenbucher A

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional outcome of Brilliant Blue G (BBG) and the staining properties in macular surgery. METHODS:BBG was applied during vitrectomy for macular holes (n = 21) or epiretinal membranes (n = 18) in a prospective, non-comparative consecutive series of patients (Brilli...

journal_title：Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde

authors： Höing A,Remy M,Dirisamer M,Priglinger S,Schönfeld CL,Kampik A,Haritoglou C

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00