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Reduced blood flow and age-related macular degeneration

This was a prospective cross-sectional study assessing changes in blood flow velocity in patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) using a retinal function imager. Sixty eyes with wet AMD were compared to 53 control eyes and the average blood flow...

Simultaneous surgery for ptosis and strabismus

The authors present the surgical management of congenital ptosis and coexistent strabismus at one centre for a follow-up period of >2 years. This was a retrospective review of 10 patients (17 eyes); nine males. Intermittent exotropia was present in three...

Combined in-office and home-based eccentric viewing training for central vision loss

This retrospective study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of an eccentric viewing training (EVT) programme delivered in a real-world setting (home exercises) by combining a traditional EVT technique with biofeedback training using microperimetry. The authors investigated potential relationships between visual...

Anti-myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody positive optic neuritis: a retrospective medical records review

Optic neuritis causes acute loss of visual function and can result in devastating visual dysfunction. Recently, measurements of anti-aquaporin 4 (AQP4) and anti-myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibodies have become available, making it possible to evaluate the disease pathogenesis. This paper...

Vigabatrin-induced retinal toxicity detected by 30Hz ERG

The purpose of this study was to assess the role of 30Hz flicker electroretinogram (ERG) as a marker for measuring changes in visual function over time in children receiving vigabatrin. This was an observational study of 11 children with mean...

Moorfields Education: Implementing a non-medical intravitreal injection service (Apr 24)

This popular course now comes with funding for NHS Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) working within an NHS England Trust which will cover the course attendance fee and also an amount towards necessary travel and accommodation (conditions apply).

Moorfields Education: Joint vitreo retinal and ocular oncology symposium for nurses and allied health professionals

This unique event will provide attendees with up-to-date knowledge of vitreo retinal and ocular oncology conditions and treatments as well as new innovations across both specialities.

Moorfields Education: Ophthalmic emergency study day

This study day aims to upskill ophthalmic practitioners in the triaging, assessment and management of emergency eye conditions. Plus, the day will include both theoretical teaching and a practical skills session.

Moorfields Education: Medical retina level 2 (College of Optometrists Professional Higher Certificate in Medical Retina)

Applications for January 2024 are now open. Open to optometrists and other healthcare professionals who've completed the level 1, although other qualifications or experience may be accepted. Delegates undergoing this course will further develop skills in screening, diagnosing and managing a variety of medical retina conditions.

Moorfields Education: Implementing a non-medical intravitreal injection service (Sept 24)

This popular course now comes with funding for NHS Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) working within an NHS England Trust which will cover the course attendance fee and also an amount towards necessary travel and accommodation (conditions apply).

Moorfields Education: Implementing a non-medical intravitreal injection service (Nov 24)

This popular course now comes with funding for NHS Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) working within an NHS England Trust which will cover the course attendance fee and also an amount towards necessary travel and accommodation (conditions apply).

RCOphth (The Royal College of Ophthalmologists): Pregnancy & the eye: management of medical retina conditions

18:30 - 20:00 Topics covered in this evening webinar include, Treatment for retinal conditions in pregnancy, AntiVEGF treatments in pregnancy and breastfeeding & Obstetric considerations for women with ocular pathology.