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Study shows laser treatment could significantly improve treatment for glaucoma in Africa

Results of a trial published in Lancet Global Health on 14/10/21 could pave the way for significant improvements in treatment for glaucoma in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Contrast sensitivity after laser corneal surgery

This study group compared contrast sensitivity among participants undergoing wavefront-guided or wavefront-optimised photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for the treatment of myopia or myopic astigmatism 12 months after surgery. This was a prospective, randomised clinical trial,...

Glaucoma-NET: a novel way of improving glaucoma management in sub-Saharan Africa

Background Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness worldwide [1]. People with untreated glaucoma suffer from irreversible, progressive loss of sight. The disease is characterised by progressive loss of visual field, with pathological cupping of the optic disc...

‘Getting a head start’: ways medical students can boost their chances of entering ophthalmology training

Ophthalmology is one of the most competitive medical specialities in the UK, with 3.74 applicants per place in 2018 [1]. Given the competitive nature of this highly specialised field, medical students who are interested in pursuing a career in ophthalmology...

EGS: 18th EGS Residents' Course

European Glaucoma Society

Use of group consultations in the management of idiopathic intracranial hypertension

The incidence of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) has risen by >100% between 2002 and 2016 in the UK, in association with rising obesity rates. This increasing incidence has inevitably led to increased pressures on service capacity. Evidence for other conditions...

Global health and conflict: the unseen consequences

Global eye health inequalities stem from poor access to affordable care, causing preventative vision impairment and blindness. In 2020, a study showed that 510 million people, the majority being in low-income and middle-income countries, had uncorrected near vision impairment simply...

DVLA publishes revised list of notifiable conditions list for drivers following AOP advice

The AOP have been actively working with the DVLA since serious concerns were raised over its extended list of notifiable conditions at the end of last year.

How to access research funding- experiences from the inside track @ 100% Ophthalmology

@15:15 – 16:15 The panel will aim to encourage members of the audience to consider applying to Fight for Sight and other vision charities.

Allied eye healthcare networking @ 100% Ophthalmology

@16:15 – 17:00 With technology advancing so much, SD-OCT is a more sensitive diagnostic tool than wide field FAF imaging for detecting early-stage HCQ-induced maculopathy. Wide field FAF may not be a necessary addition to SD-OCT in detecting HCQ toxicity. Richard Bell, Co-Chair - British Association of Retinal Screening

Networking and dry eye roadshow for independent opticians

Join Emma Rawlings, Chief Executive, at our special event exclusively for independent opticians: Discover responsive support, collaborative networking and innovative services to help you practice thrive Gain valuable expert insights and elevate your dry eye practice Experience a hands-on live...

Streamlining cataract lists: how are you managing it?

Mr Jonathan Ross, in conversation with Ms Bita Manzouri, provides a personal perspective on challenges and opportunities shaping the future of cataract surgery services across the hospital eye service. Redesigning cataract pathways in response to COVID-19 Bita Manzouri: Over the...