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Macular thickness increases after cataract surgery

22 May 2013

Macular thickness significantly increases up to six months after uncomplicated cataract surgery, according to an investigation featured in the journal Eye.

RDO patient pathway improves operative rates in cataracts

15 May 2013

Operative rates for cataract surgery are higher for the refined direct optometrist (RDO) patient pathway, compared to the GP pathway, reveals a recent investigation in the UK.

Excellent visual outcomes in cataract surgery

30 April 2013

Cataract surgery produces excellent visual outcomes, with 61.3% of patients achieving a corrected distance visual acuity of 20/20 or better, according to a database study in the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

ECD not linked to CCT in keratoconus

06 March 2013

Corneal endothelial cell density (ECD) changes are independent from central corneal thickness (CCT) in keratoconus patients, states a recent paper.

Loteprednol etabonate controls inflammation and IOP

21 February 2013

Loteprednol etabonate controls inflammation and reduces IOP fluctuation after cataract surgery, according to a recent study.

Optos urges skiers to consider eye health

11 February 2013

Optos is urging skiers to ensure they take care of their eyesight while on the slopes this winter, according to their latest press release.

Gel cuts inflammation and pain

07 February 2013

Loteprednol etabonate gel 0.5% is efficacious and safe for treating postoperative inflammation and pain caused by cataract surgery, claims a recent report.

Povidone-iodine and antibiotics effective for cataract surgery

22 January 2013

Preoperative povidone-iodine and postoperative intracameral antibiotic injections are recommended for endophthalmitis prophylaxis, claims a recent paper.

MICS IOL modification does not affect PCO

07 January 2013

Modifying a MICS IOL from a 3-piece to a 1-piece haptic design does not cause any significant changes in PCO amount.

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