Imaging

In both patients and controls, investigators measured retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, foveal avascular zone area, and vessel density in the superficial capillary plexus, deep capillary plexus, and radial peripapillary capillary plexus.

Data highlights need for educational materials and training resources in DME and DR.

In this cross-sectional study, investigators used OCTA to identify possible associations between body mass index and the waist-to-hip ratio with macular vessel density and foveal avascular zone in healthy Chinese adults.

Investigators conducted a longitudinal study of the relationship between smoking and smoking intensity and the rate with which the retinal nerve fiber layer becomes thinner in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma.

The investigators suggested that the predicted metastasis-free survival for metastatic tumors may be worse than what they and other research groups have observed.

In an attempt to halt the progression of dry AMD and geographic atrophy, the use of high-resolution optical coherence tomography becomes pivotal.

This research team conducted a cross-sectional multicenter study to report the ocular fundus manifestations in infants with congenital ZIKV exposure in French Guiana, Martinique, and Guadeloupe, French West Indies.

Researchers at the University of Bonn are evaluating a new imaging technique for the diagnosis of posterior uveitis.

A synopsis of the findings presented at EURETINA 2022 for ophthalmologists and retina specialists.

This affordable device allows the view through a slit lamp to be shared in real time or recorded, for teaching and reference purposes.

Researchers at the Medical University of Vienna are focusing on how the retina can be used as a prognostic marker. Analyses revealed that retinal layer thinning as a result of an MS relapse predicts the severity of future relapses and the likelihood of disability.

Investigators concluded that patients who are cognitively healthy with a high genetic risk of Alzheimer disease may exhibit changes in retinal tissue that correlate with brain changes.

A multi-institutional effort led by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania is taking steps to develop an effective technique to regenerate photoreceptors cells and restore sight in patients with vision disorders.

The discovery of molecular signatures of age-related macular degeneration will help with better diagnosis and treatment of this progressive eye disease.

While the COVID-19 pandemic revealed the potential of utilizing artificial intelligence in screening for diabetic retinopathy, improvements are still needed as a results of the number of images that are ungradable.

Eyes of mice lacking protective protein show signs similar to age-related macular degeneration.

The effects of cataract surgery are generally evaluated based on improvements in vision, but investigators sought to identify if the structures in the back of the eye were affected as well.

The American Society of Retina Specialists held its 40th Annual Meeting in New York, New York, from July 13-16, 2022. While data was presented for all topics in retina, new revelations in age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic macular edema dominated the conversation.

The 40th annual Scientific Meeting of the American Society of Retina Specialists is scheduled for July 13-16, 2022, in New York.

Genetic and clinical research reveals new type of macular dystrophy, a cause of central vision loss.

With clearer imaging and enhanced resolution, the new OCT approach could improve medical diagnostic imaging.

Yasha S. Modi, MD, discusses his best tips and tricks for finding and diagnosing infectious uveitis.

Retina Technologies Inc. is working on a modular digital vision screening platform it says will provide vision testing for the early detection of eye disorders.

In a patient survey, 66% of respondents said AI plays a large role in their diagnosis and treatment and thought it was important.

Results from our recent poll regarding Retina World Congress 2022 attendance indicate that while many retina specialists will attend the Congress, the majority will not be in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

According to the ALOFT study, patients demonstrate improved long-term vision in real-world setting after wet AMD conversion compared to current standard of care.

A poll for retina specialists regarding their attendance at the 2022 Retina World Congress in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This poll is now closed.

A poll for retina specialists regarding their attendance at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology 2022 Meeting in Denver, Colorado. This poll is now closed.

A multifaceted evaluation that includes ultra-widefield imaging can reveal new information and influence treatment decisions.