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With the approval of Vabysmo, it’s a new era in the treatment of macular edema following RVO. This therapy has demonstrated comparable vision gains to aflibercept in clinical trials, offering a promising alternative for your patients.

As vision professionals, it’s crucial to stay informed about trending health practices on social media platforms like TikTok. Recently, a trend involving the application of castor oil around the eyes has gained popularity. Although one small study shows potential benefits in treating blepharitis, ophthalmologists warn against this practice due to potential risks.

This study provides compelling evidence that diabetes significantly alters the circadian rhythm of the transcriptomic profile in retinas. Such findings underscore the need for further research into this area, particularly given that diabetic retinopathy is a prevalent complication of diabetes.

The study provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of various questionnaires used to diagnose ocular neuropathic pain. It highlights the need for further research to determine the most appropriate questionnaire for this purpose.

This study examination reveals that lower body weight is a significant general morphological indicator associated with primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG). This finding underscores the importance of considering patient’s physical characteristics in managing PACG.

Discover how retinal assessments could offer a new diagnostic and treatment frontier in Parkinson’s disease, as recent findings demonstrate significant retinal degeneration correlated with disease progression.