{"title":"L’anisocorie intermittente comme signe révélateur de la sclérose en plaques récurrente-rémittente","authors":"Caitlyn Williams, Lynne Stevens","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i2.5450","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i2.5450","url":null,"abstract":"A 36-year-old male presented for an examination reporting intermittent anisocoria of one week duration. Over a period of one-month, ocular findings consisted of intermittent and variable anisocoria, diplopia, and torsional nystagmus. A diagnosis of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) was made using the McDonald criteria based on brainstem syndrome, optic neuropathy, transverse myelitis symptoms, multifocal areas of demyelination in the spinal cord on MRI, and the absence of MS mimickers in lab work. In this case report, eye care providers are alerted to the possibility of intermittent anisocoria as a presenting sign of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"30 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141837961","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":"Revue de la Littérature Traitement actuel du glaucome pseudo-exfoliatif et options thérapeutiques","authors":"Alexander Hynes","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i2.5585","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i2.5585","url":null,"abstract":"Pseudoexfoliation glaucoma (PXFG) is known as the most common secondary open angle glaucoma. Accumulation of exfoliative debris in the angle and subsequent IOP elevations is thought to help make PXFG more recalcitrant to topical/medical therapy than primary open angle glaucoma. Laser therapy treatment in the form of selective laser trabeculoplasty for open angle PXFG is therefore discussed. Attention is also called however to the risk of an angle closure component in PXFG eyes and several possible mechanisms behind this. A literature-based discussion on the risks and benefits of laser peripheral iridotomy or cataract surgery to open the angle follows. Literature on the many microinvasive glaucoma surgery options (MIGS) available for PXFG is also reviewed. We provide an overview of MIGS subtypes and summarize study data on several of the better studied options for PXFG. The efficacy and risks of filtering procedures including trabeculectomy and tube shunts for PXFG is also examined.","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"50 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141837835","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":"Creating a Social Media Strategy for Your Eye Care Practice","authors":"Will Cowan","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5598","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5598","url":null,"abstract":"Regarding marketing in the digital landscape, there are two absolute must-haves: a website and a solid social media strategy. Think of your website as your practice’s digital home. Patients can review your services, meet your team, and conveniently book an appointment here. But to bring quality leads to your website and ultimately to the exam chair, you’ll need to harness the power of social media. However, there’s more to social media than meet the eye. This guide will help you develop a strategy that truly connects with the type of patients you want to see.","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"39 14","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140449261","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":"Étude de cas : présentation inhabituelle d’une atrophie rétinochoroïdienne","authors":"Raman Bhakhri, Kevin Patel","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5597","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5597","url":null,"abstract":"L’atrophie rétinochoroïdienne paraveineuse pigmentée (ARPP) est un diagnostic d’exclusion rare, car elle peut passer pour de nombreux troubles rétiniens héréditaires (notamment la rétinite pigmentaire), infectieux et inflammatoires. Une fois diagnostiquée, elle présente un pronostic favorable, car la macula est épargnée, la progression est lente, voire nulle, et il n’y a pas de symptômes. Cependant, de rares cas ont montré une atteinte maculaire et des symptômes tels que la nyctalopie. Les cliniciens doivent être attentifs aux présentations de l’ARPP, au-delà des résultats typiques décrits dans la littérature, car ces cas peuvent être mal diagnostiqués. Ce rapport de cas présente en détail une rare présentation de l’ARPP avec atteinte maculaire et nyctalopie. Un examen des constatations courantes et rares, de la pathophysiologie potentielle, des diagnostics différentiels et des résultats d’imagerie multimodale est également présenté.","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"623 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140446224","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":"Kératite provoquée par Curvularia : Un champignon parmi nous","authors":"Sophia Leung","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5616","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5616","url":null,"abstract":"But : Ce cas présente une kératite fongique moins fréquente causée par des espèces du type Curvularia et met en évidence la norme de soin actuelle pour la kératite fongique. \u0000Étude de cas : Une femme caucasienne de 48 ans a été aiguillée, souffrant depuis deux semaines d’un œil droit rouge, douloureux et d’une vision floue. Lors d’un examen biomicroscopique, la présence d’un infiltrat blanc focalement élevé à bords flous irréguliers, d’un défaut épithélial sus-jacent et de lésions satellites a mené à un diagnostic clinique de kératite fongique. Les résultats de la culture ont suggéré que Curvularia était l’organisme causal le plus probable. Ce rapport présente un examen de la kératite fongique, y compris des stratégies de traitement fondées sur des tests de susceptibilité et un raisonnement fondé sur des données probantes. \u0000Conclusion : La kératite fongique est une maladie qui peut initialement être mal diagnostiquée, et les retards dans le traitement peuvent avoir une incidence importante sur les résultats en matière de vision. La combinaison de solides connaissances cliniques, de la communication avec les laboratoires de microbiologie locaux et de la capacité d’ajuster les stratégies de traitement pendant le suivi peut contribuer à gérer efficacement cette maladie.","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"54 16","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140445787","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":"Editorial Spring 2024 English and French","authors":"Ralph Chou","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5609","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5609","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"1010 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140445973","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":"Curvularia Keratitis: A Fungus Among Us","authors":"Sophia Leung","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5565","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5565","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: This case demonstrates a less commonly encountered type of fungal keratitis caused by Curvularia species and highlights the current standard of care for fungal keratitis. \u0000Case Report: A 48 year old Caucasian female is referred with a two week history of a red, painful, and blurry right eye. Feathery borders, white focally elevated infiltrate with an overlying epithelial defect, and satellite lesions led to a clinical diagnosis of fungal keratitis. Curvurlaria was determined by culturing to be the most likely causative organism. A review of fungal keratitis and treatment strategies based on susceptibility testing and evidence-based reasoning is discussed. \u0000Conclusion: Fungal keratitis is a condition that can initially be misdiagnosed and delays in treatment can significantly affect visual outcomes. Combination of strong clinical knowledge, communication with local microbiology laboratories, and the ability to adjust treatment strategies during follow up can effectively manage this condition. \u0000Key Words: Fungal keratitis, Curvularia, voriconazole, posaconazole, culture","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"99 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140446573","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":"An Uncommon Presentation of Pigmented Paravenous Retinochoroidal Atrophy","authors":"Raman Bhakhri, Kevin Patel","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5488","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5488","url":null,"abstract":"Pigmented paravenous retinochoroidal atrophy is a rare diagnosis of exclusion as it can mimic many hereditary retinal (namely retinitis pigmentosa), infectious, and inflammatory disorders. Once diagnosed, it carries a favorable prognosis due to the macula being spared with slow to no progression and lack of symptoms. However, rare cases have noted macula involvement and symptoms including nyctalopia. Clinicians should be aware of presentations of pigmented paravenous retinochoroidal atrophy, beyond the typical findings noted in the literature, as these cases could be misdiagnosed. This case presents a rare presentation of pigmented paravenous retinochoroidal atrophy. A review of common and uncommon findings, potential pathophysiology, differential diagnoses, and multimodal imaging results is also presented.","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"497 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140448206","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":"Comment créer une stratégie de médias sociaux pour votre cabinet de soins oculovisuels","authors":"William Cowan","doi":"10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5617","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.15353/cjo.v86i1.5617","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":417889,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Optometry","volume":"93 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140448555","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}