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Transitioning a traditional ophthalmology resident clinic to an urgent eye clinic model improved health equity, increased exposure to high-acuity cases, and boosted resident cataract surgery volumes in a US academic center.
This study evaluates the financial feasibility and efficiency of common outpatient ophthalmic surgeries at ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs) relative to Medicare reimbursement in 2025 and beyond.
A multisociety task force finds routine high-level disinfection (HLD) of reusable ophthalmic devices unnecessary in most clinics, recommends targeted HLD only for higher-risk encounters, and urges alignment of regulations with evidence.
This study reveals a significant increase in female representation among American Board of Ophthalmology oral board examiners following the transition to virtual exams, while the proportion of female examinees remained stable from 2011 to 2
The ELZA-sub400 protocol demonstrates safe and effective high-fluence corneal cross-linking tailored for ultrathin keratoconus corneas, halting ectasia progression in most treated eyes at 12 months with no endothelial damage.
This randomized trial compares aflibercept monotherapy versus combined with reduced-fluence photodynamic therapy for PCV, highlighting OCTA metrics that predict polypoidal lesion closure and treatment response over 52 weeks.
Prophylactic cryotherapy significantly lowers retinal detachment risk in Type 2 Stickler syndrome, demonstrating safety and efficacy in a large national cohort study.
The Phase 3 LYNX-1 trial demonstrates that 0.75% phentolamine ophthalmic solution improves mesopic low-contrast visual acuity and reduces photic symptoms in patients with dim light vision disturbances, including those post-keratorefractive
This study elucidates the unique East Asian-specific genetic variants and clinical progression of USH2A-associated retinitis pigmentosa in Koreans, highlighting the potential for exon 13-targeted treatments.
This study reveals significant shifts in the bacterial spectrum, antimicrobial resistance, and clinical presentation of acute postcataract endophthalmitis over 23 years, underscoring the need for updated surveillance and tailored treatment
A case series delineating a novel EFEMP1 variant, p.Arg140Trp, associated with late-onset peripheral retinal degeneration distinct from classic DHRD/ML, highlighting rod dysfunction precedes structural changes.
This study examines the increased use of AI-associated writing vocabulary in ophthalmology articles, revealing faster adoption by non-native English authors without changes in publication frequency or journal quality.
This report describes the successful ultra-long-distance robotic-assisted subretinal injection of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator for submacular hemorrhage, demonstrating procedural feasibility and safety across 4000 km.
A first-in-human study demonstrates the safety and efficacy of a novel prosthetic capsular bag for scleral fixation of intraocular lenses in eyes lacking capsular or zonular support, showing promising visual outcomes and low complication ra
This article examines the evolving landscape of uveitis care, emphasizing the need to unify ophthalmologic subspecialties through education and artificial intelligence to improve outcomes for this vision-threatening condition.
Chronic pain conditions significantly elevate the risk of developing dry eye disease, including cases requiring prescription therapy, emphasizing the need for integrated clinical assessment and management.
This study reveals significant urban-rural disparities in access to diabetic retinopathy diagnostic and therapeutic services in the U.S., underscoring the need for targeted strategies to improve care in non-urban areas.
A pilot study evaluating Ray-Ban Meta AI eyeglasses demonstrated high accuracy in single object identification and moderate performance in descriptive tasks, suggesting promise for aiding individuals with low vision.
A 2026 expert consensus defines an image-based reference standard to validate AI screening algorithms for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), endorsing Beckman grading and routine OCT use while clarifying referral thresholds and areas o
This case series reveals a high prevalence of uncontrolled hypertension among diabetic patients visiting ophthalmology clinics and highlights the importance of in-clinic blood pressure screening to identify and manage cardiovascular risk.
