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Neurofibromatosis type 2 – diagnosis, features and MDT approach

1 December 2021 | | EYE - Orbit, EYE - Vitreo-Retinal, EYE - Cataract, EYE - Refractive, EYE - General
NF2 is a genetic condition caused by mutation in a single gene (NF2 gene) on chromosome 22. The NF2 gene provides instructions to produce a protein called merlin, also known as schwannomin. This protein functions as a tumour suppressor, preventing...

Ocular mucous membrane pemphigoid: the importance of early detection and treatment

1 August 2014 | | EYE - Oculoplastic, EYE - Orbit
Mucous membrane pemphigoid (MMP) is an autoimmune blistering disorder that is characterised by subepithelial bullae. The ocular manifestation of MMP, ocular mucous membrane pemphigoid (OMMP), is a sight-threatening condition characterised by conjunctival cicatricial changes associated with corneal vascularisation and scarring....

My Top Five: Promising gene therapies for ocular conditions

4 December 2024 | | EYE - Vitreo-Retinal
Gene therapy, a pivotal advancement in modern medicine, particularly shines in ophthalmology. By targeting defective genes with engineered vectors, this approach promises significant strides in treating inherited retinal diseases. This article reviews the top five gene therapies in late-stage trials,...

My Top Five: Promising gene therapies for ocular conditions

4 December 2024 | | EYE - Vitreo-Retinal
Gene therapy, a pivotal advancement in modern medicine, particularly shines in ophthalmology. By targeting defective genes with engineered vectors, this approach promises significant strides in treating inherited retinal diseases. This article reviews the top five gene therapies in late-stage trials,...

College of Optometrists and RCOphth launch joint vision for eye care

26 August 2020
The College of Optometrists and The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) have developed a joint vision for the two professions to continue to work together to support the delivery of safe and sustainable eye care services in England.

From the Editors: Back in the habit!

2 August 2022 |
Recently I spoke at an ophthalmic conference in London. It was amazing to be back amongst friends and colleagues in person again, to learn and share with one another. I also took the opportunity to stay on for a few...

Tough gig

1 December 2022
‘The times they are a-changin’. The words of this Dylan classic resonate down the decades, and in the light of recent events, speak eloquently to life in 2022. It feels like a lifetime of change has passed since the Eye...

UK Lens Manufacturer HOYA announces partnership with Orbis UK

20 February 2023
The Vision Care company joins forces with charity to fight avoidable blindness in India.

Sight Scotland urge new First Minister to "open his eyes to inclusivity and accessibility challenges for vision impaired"

5 April 2023 | scotland, vision impairment, inclusivity
Sight Scotland and its sister charity Sight Scotland Veterans are calling on the new Frist Minister, Humza Yousaf MSP, to improve inclusivity and accessibility for the vision impaired.

Winner Announcement - Glaucoma UK ‘Excellence in Glaucoma Care Award 2023’

10 May 2023 | glaucoma uk, award
Dr Sancy Low, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, wins the Glaucoma UK ‘Excellence in Glaucoma Care Award 2023’.

Leading eyecare charity Orbis launches a research trial to identify link between vision loss and mental health in children

10 July 2023 | mental health, vision Loss, china, orbis, children
In 2022, leading eye care charity Orbis published research showing that children with poor vision are more likely to suffer with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and a reduced quality of life.

College of Optometrists urges public to wear their glasses for night driving

31 October 2023
As the clocks go back into Greenwich Mean Time, and the nights draw in, experts at The College of Optometrists are urging those drivers who have been advised to wear glasses while driving, to don their spectacles before getting behind the wheel.