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A week in the world of ophthalmology: A reflective journey at New Cross Hospital
Embarking on a taster week in ophthalmology at New Cross Hospital was a decision fuelled by the desire to delve into the intricacies of this unique specialty, which blends surgical and medical traits. For foundation doctors, a taster week is...How do you solve the problem of trachoma in Ethiopia?
Background Trachoma is one of the oldest diseases known to humankind and the leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide. Spread by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis, it is transmitted through contact with the eyes, eyelids and nose of those infected. The...#KnowYourDrops: breaking down barriers to poor compliance
Award-winning* #KnowYourDrops eye drop compliance campaign helps patients for World Glaucoma Week to achieve medicines optimisation in ophthalmology. The #KnowYourDrops campaign is fast becoming an internationally recognised model to help support healthcare professionals, with the provision of better tailored ophthalmic...College of Optometrists urges next government to prioritise eye health
The College of Optometrists is calling on the next Westminster government to establish optometrists as the first port of call for anyone with an eyecare issue.CHEC expands transformative MIGS service
CHEC, a community healthcare provider delivering specialist ophthalmology services on behalf of the NHS, has announced the expansion of its minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) service. MIGS is an innovative approach combining glaucoma treatment with cataract surgery, utilising advanced techniques...
Analysis of risk factors for intraocular pressure rise following insertion of fluocinolone acetonide injection in uveitic patients
For this study, the authors analysed the pooled data from three phase2b / 3 multi-centre randomised controlled trials carried out over three years. Included patients had undergone at least one of the following treatments: 1) systemic therapy (corticosteroid / immunosuppressant...
