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Are the clinical characteristics of idiopathic intracranial hypertension different in older adults

The authors present a retrospective cohort study with the aim of exploring how idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) can present differently in older age groups, a group that has been relatively underrepresented in previous research. Cases were identified from a single...

Comparison of vision screener and cycloplegic refraction for detection of astigmatism

This study examined the agreement between the spot vision screener and cycloplegic retinoscopy (gold-standard assessment), particularly focused on astigmatism. Children aged 12–35 months were recruited following failure of routine photoscreening over a 3-year period. The spot vision screener and cycloplegic...

Quality of social media content for strabismus

This study aimed to evaluate the quality of strabismus-related educational content on social media along with wider assessment of links between views, likes and type of creator. A cross-sectional analysis was undertaken on TikTok and Instagram platforms using hashtags: #strabismus,...

Accuracy of anterior segment OCT in identifying medial and lateral recti muscle insertions in previously operated eyes

In this study, the authors aimed to assess the reliability of anterior segment optical coherence tomography (ASOCT) measurements in strabismus reoperations for locating muscle insertions. This was a prospective observational study of 30 patients (60 previously operated horizontal rectus muscles:...

Heidelberg Engineering expands its anterior segment imaging portfolio with Heidelberg RCM

Heidelberg Engineering today announced the expansion of its anterior segment imaging portfolio with Heidelberg RCM, marking the company's return to the field of in vivo corneal confocal microscopy. The new device extends Heidelberg Engineering's ophthalmic imaging offering with high-resolution, cellular-level...

Altomed Introduces New 100% Recyclable Packaging

Altomed has started replacing its plastic packaging with 100% recyclable cardboard across its own range of stainless steel and titanium instruments. It is a simple but positive change, helping to reduce plastic waste and overall environmental impact. The new packaging...

Mainline Instruments launches TowardPi YAlkaid 250K Ultra-Widefield OCT/OCTA platform

A single capital investment supporting medical retina, glaucoma, anterior segment and refractive/cataract planning, now available in the UK and Ireland. Mainline Instruments has launched the TowardPi YAlkaid 250K, the world's first 250kHz full-range, ultra-widefield swept-source OCT/OCTA platform. Sitting alongside the...

Heidelberg Engineering announces commercial availability for new SPECTRALIS® software release, advancing speed and diagnostic confidence

Heidelberg Engineering, a global leader in ophthalmic imaging and healthcare data solutions, today announced the commercial availability of its CE and FDA cleared latest SPECTRALIS® Software Version. This release is designed to deliver speed, workflow flexibility, and diagnostic depth to...

British Council for Prevention of Blindness publishes annual review

The British Council for Prevention of Blindness has published its new annual review.

The Retina International World Congress will take place in Dublin from June 5-8

The Retina International World Congress hosted by Fighting Blindness will take place in Dublin, Ireland, from June 5-8.

Sneak peek: UKISCRS Cornea & Cataract Day 2025

We're excited to be attending UKISCRS' Cornea & Cataract Day in Liverpool on 19 May. Here's a quick 'sneak peek' into what's in store by our editor and UKISCRS President, David Lockington...  

How I overcame the hurdle that is the FRCOphth Part 1

The FRCOphth Part 1 is one of the most difficult exams in ophthalmology training, with an exam pass rate of 39.6% over the last 12 months (compared to 60.8% for FRCOphth Part 2 oral [60.8%] and written [68.7%]). Stack the...