{"title":"Tips for Dealing with Unhappy Refractive Cataract Surgery Patient","authors":"Kendall Donaldson","doi":"10.1007/s40135-022-00282-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-022-00282-8","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"10 1","pages":"1-4"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2022-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43926598","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Barriers to Care in the Treatment of Glaucoma: Socioeconomic Elements That Impact the Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcomes in Glaucoma Patients.","authors":"Istabraq Musa, Surbhi Bansal, Mona A Kaleem","doi":"10.1007/s40135-022-00292-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-022-00292-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>This article reviews socioeconomic elements that impact the access to glaucoma care, early intervention in susceptible patients, and longevity of treatment and patient compliance in various demographic groups.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Socioeconomic factors such as insurance eligibility, education, income, marital status, and access to technology can deeply impact the diagnosis and long-term treatment of glaucoma patients. Depending on the severity, and/or urgency of care, many individuals who face these barriers forgo annual eye exams, leading to a higher incidence of untreated glaucoma.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>Early intervention and regular follow-up are essential for patient compliance in the management of glaucoma. Routine eye care leads to earlier detection and can improve management options and reduce the severity of disease burden.</p>","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"10 3","pages":"85-90"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9325663/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40683088","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Prashanth G Iyer, Harry W Flynn, Kenneth C Fan, Audina M Berrocal, Raquel Goldhardt
{"title":"Optic Pit Maculopathy: Clinical Features and Management Options.","authors":"Prashanth G Iyer, Harry W Flynn, Kenneth C Fan, Audina M Berrocal, Raquel Goldhardt","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00274-0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00274-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>In this article, we review the pathogenesis, clinical features, imaging modalities and latest management options for optic pit maculopathy (OPM).</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>The pathogenesis of OPM remains to be unclear, but imaging tools such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) and OCT angiography are enhancing our knowledge. Observation continues to be the best management strategy for patients with good visual acuity, and many cases have demonstrated spontaneous resolution. For more advanced, progressive vision loss, treatment options involving vitrectomy can be considered and discussed with the patient. Supplementary techniques to vitrectomy have been reported in small studies with relative success such as glial tissue peeling, inverted internal limiting membrane flap, optic pit plugging, and retinal fenestration.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>While there are multiple treatment options available for OPM, there is no consensus on the technique and surgical timing. Individual patient factors and the risks-benefits of treatment must be taken into account in guiding management. Larger clinical trials will further assist in decision making for treating OPM.</p>","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 4","pages":"158-167"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8845502/pdf/nihms-1757459.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39630551","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Electrospun Fibers for Corneal Regeneration","authors":"G. Patel, K. Na, Hyun Jong Lee, W. Koh","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00279-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00279-9","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 1","pages":"146 - 157"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-10-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41942368","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Nanoparticles as Cell Tracking Agents in Human Ocular Cell Transplantation Therapy","authors":"David Mundy, J. Goldberg","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00275-z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00275-z","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 1","pages":"133 - 145"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43582292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Positive and Negative Dysphotopsias: Causes, Prevention, and Best Strategies for Treatment","authors":"Ethan Adre, R. Tonk","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00278-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00278-w","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 1","pages":"117 - 126"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45211890","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Autoimmune Retinopathy, Testing, and Its Controversies","authors":"L. Roisman, J. Rossetto, R. Goldhardt","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00276-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00276-y","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 1","pages":"178 - 183"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48841981","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Michael J Gale, R. Kinast, F. Sanchez, S. Mansberger
{"title":"Adherence With Glaucoma Medications: Barriers to Success and Prospects for Improvement","authors":"Michael J Gale, R. Kinast, F. Sanchez, S. Mansberger","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00273-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00273-1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 1","pages":"184 - 189"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43924211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"How Should Corneal Nerves be Incorporated Into the Diagnosis and Management of Dry Eye?","authors":"Sneh Patel, Divy Mehra, Kimberly Cabrera, Anat Galor","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00268-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00268-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>a)Confocal microscopy and aethesiometry have allowed clinicians to assess the structural and functional integrity of corneal nerves in health and disease. This review summarizes literature on nerves in dry eye disease (DED) and discusses how this data can be applied to DED diagnosis and treatment.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>b)Subjects with DED have a heterogenous symptom and sign profile along with variability in nerve structure and function. Most studies have reported lower nerve density and sensitivity in aqueous tear deficiency, while findings are more inconsistent for other DED subtypes. Examining nerve status, along with profiling symptoms and signs of disease, can help categorize subjects into disease phenotypes (structural and functional patterns) that exist under the umbrella of DED. This, in turn, can guide therapeutic decision-making.</p><p><strong>Summary: </strong>c)Due to the heterogeneity in symptoms and signs of DED, corneal nerve evaluations can be valuable for categorizing individuals into disease sub-types and for guiding clinical decision making.</p>","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 3","pages":"65-76"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1007/s40135-021-00268-y","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39827374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Current Indications for Photodynamic Therapy in Retina and Ocular Oncology","authors":"M. Di Nicola, B. Williams","doi":"10.1007/s40135-021-00272-2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s40135-021-00272-2","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10836,"journal":{"name":"Current Ophthalmology Reports","volume":"9 1","pages":"107-116"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2021-08-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42659218","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}