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Eyelid and Periorbital Surgery (Second Edition)

Many specialities in surgery intersect, allowing for clinical and research collaboration. Plastic surgery and ophthalmology are one such example wherein a number of different principles have been combined in order to develop reconstructive techniques for conditions affecting the orbital soft...

The future of SLT?

For Feb/Mar 2024, we are looking at a recently released laser machine to perform direct SLT – selective laser trabeculoplasty (DSLT). Although SLT is well known, DSLT is sufficiently novel that a brief description is a good place to start....

The next wave of AI in ophthalmology: From screening to communication

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping ophthalmology, moving from research laboratories into everyday clinical care [1]. With its strong reliance on imaging and pattern recognition, ophthalmology is uniquely positioned to benefit from AI innovations. These developments range from autonomous disease screening...

Diabetic Macular Oedema

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder that affects the metabolism of all three categories of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. This condition is characterised by chronic hyperglycaemia [1]. This can cause end organ damage. The estimated worldwide diabetes prevalence for 2010...

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.

The Duke Elder Exam of Ophthalmology: A Comprehensive Guide for Success

The Duke Elder Exam is an annual competitive national undergraduate exam organised by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. This two-hour exam consists of 90 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and examines clinical ophthalmology, ocular physiology, anatomy, pathology, genetics and socio-economic medicine related...

How to pass FRCOphth Part 1 on the first attempt

Studying for this exam makes one wonder how there is so much to know about such a small organ. The FRCOphth Part 1 examination is notorious for its low pass rate, with only 20–40% of candidates succeeding at each sitting....

MicroPulse Transscleral Laser Therapy: A Prospective UK Study

Register now to participate. Eagerly anticipated and now underway – a landmark UK medical research study on MicroPulse® Transscleral Laser Therapy (MPTLT) for the treatment of glaucoma using Iridex’ Cyclo G6® Laser and the MicroPulse P3® Delivery Device. A NICE-compliant...

Changes in Japanese eyes after laser peripheral iridotomy

The aim of this study was to evaluate laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) induced changes in anterior segment parameters, using the anterior segment optical coherence tomography (ASOCT). Seventy-two subjects of Japanese ethnicity with primary angle closure suspect (PACS), primary angle closure...

Transfected RPE cells inhibit AMD in rats

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of blindness in the elderly. Wet AMD is characterised by choroidal neovascularisation, new vessels into the retina, leading to leakage and tissue damage. Many proangiogenic factors particularly vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)...

What factors influence attendance at retinopathy of prematurity screening follow-up?

The authors present a retrospective medical notes review of babies attending outpatient appointments for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) examination, over a 12-month period. The aim of the study was to assess compliance with these appointments at a single centre. Data...

Using ‘piggyback prisms’ to measure large angle strabismus – don’t simply add them together

An experimental study was conducted with the aim of developing a method to measure strabismus angles larger than 50 prism dioptres (PD) using ‘piggyback prisms’ – stacking Fresnel and block prisms. The stacked prisms were placed 2cm from the light...