Ophthalmology CME/CE

Early Treatment of Ocular Hypertension May Reduce Risk for Glaucoma

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT

A study shows that early treatment of ocular hypertension appears to lower the risk for the development of glaucoma, especially in individuals at highest risk.

Changes in Intraocular Pressure and Anterior Segment Morphometry After Uneventful Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgery

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

Can ophthalmologists predict which patients might have a significant decrease in intraocular pressure following phacoemulsification cataract surgery?

Use of Glaucoma Medications Linked to Reduced Likelihood of Death

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

Patients with glaucoma who took medication for the condition had a 74% reduced risk for death during a 4-year period vs those with no glaucoma medication use.

Anterior Segment Imaging for Assessment of Glaucoma

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Traditional tools for the assessment of the angle and anterior segment may be invasive (involving the use of a contact lens) and provide inadequate visualization. OCT and UBM have advantages that may increase their use in the future.

Diagnosis and Management of Red Eye in Primary Care Reviewed

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

A review for family physicians covers the diagnosis and management of red eye in the primary care setting.

Calorie, Sodium Intake Linked to Diabetic Retinopathy Progression in African Americans

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

High intakes of calories and sodium appear to be associated with the progression of retinal disease among African American patients with type 1 diabetes.

Combined 23-Gauge, Sutureless Transconjunctival Vitrectomy With Phacoemulsification Without Face Down Posturing for the Repair of Idiopathic Macular Holes

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Do patients receiving vitrectomy for macular holes need to spend a week postoperatively in the prone position? The current research addresses this issue.

Pars Plana Vitrectomy in the Management of Pediatric Uveitis: the Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution Experience

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Pars plana vitrectomy may be able to improve chronic uveitis in children. The current study examines both the efficacy and safety of this technique.

Intravitreal Triamcinolone May Slow Diabetic Retinopathy Progression

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST

Because adverse effects include cataract formation and glaucoma, the investigators did not recommend this treatment merely to reduce progression of proliferative diabetic retinopathy.

Floaters and/or Flashes May Warn of Retinal Tear and Detachment

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST

Patients with acute onset of these and suspected or known posterior vitreous detachment should be evaluated for high-risk features of retinal tear and detachment.

Pathophysiology and Management of Diabetic Retinopathy

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST

New treatments may change how physicians prevent and treat diabetic retinopathy. The current review describes the pathophysiology of diabetic retinopathy and the best current and emerging practice for its treatment.

How Should We Treat Retinal Vein Occlusion?

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

Drs. David Brown, Ingrid Scott, and Peter Campochiaro discuss pivotal data recently presented on the treatment of BRVO and CRVO.

A Reappraisal of the Significance of Largest Basal Diameter of Posterior Uveal Melanoma

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Largest tumor diameter is the most widely used predictor of metastatic disease in patients with uveal melanoma, but genomic studies suggest that histologic and cytogenetic factors play an important role as well.

Noncorrectable Visual Problems Linked to Lower Survival in Older Adults

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Noncorrectable visual problems were associated with increased risk for death among persons aged 49 to 74 years, and all visual impairments were associated with the risk for death in older adults.

Microincision Cataract Surgery: Technology and Techniques

Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Microincision cataract surgery is associated with better patient outcomes and may become the new standard of care. The current review describes the technology and techniques of microincision cataract surgery.

Intravitreal Triamcinolone Acetonide Versus Bevacizumab for Treatment of Macular Oedema Secondary to Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT

ITA has been increasingly popular for macular edema associated with various etiologies, but complications include ocular hypertension, cataract progression, and retinal detachment. Use of IBe may avoid some of these adverse effects.

Intravitreal Triamcinolone Injection May Improve Vision in Retinal Vein Occlusion

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Two randomized trials suggest that 1-milligram triamcinolone may be helpful for central retinal vein occlusion, whereas existing laser therapies may be better for smaller-branch occlusion.

Diagnosis of Idiopathic Infantile Nystagmus and Ocular Albinism: A Clinical Challenge

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Ocular albinism is frequently misdiagnosed. The current review describes known practices and emerging technologies to improve physicians' accuracy in identifying ocular albinism.

Ranibizumab Treatment for Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration: From Randomized Trials to Clinical Practice

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Although randomized clinical trials have shown excellent results of ranibizumab treatment in patients with neovascular AMD, it is unclear whether such an outcome is achievable in daily practice.

The VIEW II: Halting Progression of Dry Eye Disease

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Review three case studies that discuss various aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of dry eye disease. You'll never look at dry eye disease the same way again.