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Rate and predisposing factors for post-vitrectomy cataract formation in children
This study was a retrospective analysis of post-vitrectomy cataract formation in the general paediatric population. The authors aimed to determine the number of phakic children needing cataract surgery after vitrectomy surgery and related perioperative factors. The study was a 10-year...
DIY IOP – does it work?
Measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) plays a major role in glaucoma care as IOP is a parameter, along with visual field progression and optic disc cupping used to assess treatment effect. While Goldmann tonometry (GAT) is the gold standard, it only...
Ranibizumab safety in pregnancy
Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) plays a pivotal role during pregnancy, and systemic anti-VEGF administration during this period should thus be avoided. VEGF is expressed in multiple embryonic and foetal tissues during development, with the highest levels found in the...AI predicts eye damage from autoimmune drug, years before symptoms appear
A novel AI tool could transform screening for patients taking hydroxychloroquine by spotting early signs of eye damage, according to a study published in Opthalmology Retina. Researchers have devised an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can detect and predict serious...
The Eye: A Very Short Introduction
I am a big fan of the ‘Very Short Introductions’ series and find them a great way to gain a basic understanding of several topics, ranging from science to philosophy. The Eye: A Very Short Introduction is no exception. It...My message to future ophthalmology teaching fellows: Organising an effective ophthalmology placement
Globally, teaching ophthalmology during the undergraduate period presents challenges. The time allocated for it is minimal with substandard exposure [1,2]. Additionally, the number of universities mandating formal ophthalmology education has significantly declined [3]. Research supports the observation that doctors in...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...Pharmacopoeia of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
The compact volume depicted in Figure 1 bears the simple title Pharmacopoeia. The book originally belonged to the author’s father, the late John King. A pharmacist by profession, John King maintained a keen interest in matters pertaining to pharmaceutical history....
Systemic fungal infections and corneal transplants
This prospective study looked at corneal donors with positive medical history of systemic fungal infection (oral thrush or respiratory, urine, wound, sputum, bronchial, tracheal, or throat culture positive for fungus), to establish if the risk of post-keratoplasty fungal eye infections...Bionic eyes: deciphering the neural circuitry of vision restoration
As the boundaries between technology and biology blur, retinal prosthetics, often dubbed ‘bionic eyes’, present a ground-breaking paradigm shift in addressing blindness. This article delves into the captivating scientific intricacies of these neural interfaces, exploring their mechanisms of action, current...Non-infectious Uveitis: Well Known, Weird and Wonderful meets You, Me and the Balloons
Installation view from Manchester International Festival 2023 exhibition Yayoi Kusama: You, Me and the Balloons at Aviva Studios. Images © David Levene. On an uncharacteristically salubrious 5 July 2023, the date of the 75th Anniversary of the UK’s NHS, a...
