{"title":"[Julius Springer Prize for Ophthalmology 2024 : Dr. Mael Lever honored for outstanding original paper].","authors":"Michal Marie Meyer Zu Tittingdorf","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02133-2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s00347-024-02133-2","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142514055","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}
Antonia Howaldt, Thomas Clahsen, Mert Mestanoglu, Margarete Odenthal, Volkan Tahmaz, Claus Cursiefen, Mario Matthaei
{"title":"[Pathogenesis of Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, the fibrillar layer and individualized treatment].","authors":"Antonia Howaldt, Thomas Clahsen, Mert Mestanoglu, Margarete Odenthal, Volkan Tahmaz, Claus Cursiefen, Mario Matthaei","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02123-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02123-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) is a genetic and age-associated corneal disease characterized by an accelerated loss of corneal endothelial cells and an increased subendothelial deposition of extracellular matrix (ECM). Clinically, advanced disease leads to corneal edema with subsequent reduction in visual acuity. In the majority of patients with advanced FECD, a fibrillar layer (FL) appears on the posterior corneal surface. This FL is mostly localized in the inferotemporal corneal quadrant, marks areas with significantly reduced endothelial cell density and increased corneal thickness in the sense of edema and can be visualized and measured using Scheimpflug backscatter analysis due to increased backscatter. FECD is currently the most common indication for corneal transplantation worldwide, usually in the form of Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK). New treatment approaches include variations of DMEK surgery such as hemi- or quarter DMEK with individualized and smaller grafts or Descemet membrane stripping only (DSO). In the future, clinical imaging of the FL as a particularly affected endothelial area could be important for FECD progression assessment and planning of surgical interventions. This article provides an overview of the current state of research on the clinical aspects, pathogenesis, fibrillar layer and individualized treatment of FECD.</p>","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"787-795"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142333700","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 to talk to relatives about corneal donation].","authors":"Roberto D'Amelio, Loïc Hamon, Berthold Seitz, Isabel Weinstein","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02111-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02111-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Corneal donation counselling is an important part of the process to inform and support potential donors and their relatives. In this article various aspects of the conversation techniques on corneal donation are discussed, including raising awareness of the importance of donation, clarifying questions and concerns, emphasizing the potential of donation and considering the emotional burden on the relatives of potential donors. Also emphasized is the role of the counsellor as a trustworthy and empathetic contact who can help family members of potential donors make an informed and positive decision. It is pointed out that a professional and empathetic approach to corneal donation can help to increase the willingness to donate and ultimately that a donation can help visually impaired or blind people regain their sight and quality of life through donation.</p>","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"845-856"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142302447","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}
Die OphthalmologiePub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-08-09DOI: 10.1007/s00347-024-02088-4
Anna Schuh, Nicolas Pensel, Siegfried Priglinger, Christoph Hintschich
{"title":"[Enucleations, eviscerations and orbital implants in German eye hospitals].","authors":"Anna Schuh, Nicolas Pensel, Siegfried Priglinger, Christoph Hintschich","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02088-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02088-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Evaluation of the number of enucleations and eviscerations performed in Germany and the orbital implants used.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Analysis of the quality reports of German ophthalmological clinics for the years 2012-2021 provided by the Federal Joint Committee (Gemeinsamer Bundesausschuss, G‑BA).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Almost 10 times as many enucleations (8368) as eviscerations (975) are performed in Germany. After enucleation, alloplastic implants are used most frequently (44.6% alloplastic, no further specification, 30.0% alloplastic coated, no further specification; 14.1% microporous implants) and autologous dermis-fat grafts in 6.1% of the cases.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In Germany, significantly more enucleations than eviscerations are performed. Alloplastic orbital implants are preferred for primary reconstruction following enucleation.</p>","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"814-820"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141914742","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}
Die OphthalmologiePub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-07-25DOI: 10.1007/s00347-024-02081-x
Maximilian Berger, Fabian Norbert Fries, Berthold Seitz
{"title":"[Rosette-shaped coatings on the anterior surface of the lens after silicone oil implantation].","authors":"Maximilian Berger, Fabian Norbert Fries, Berthold Seitz","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02081-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02081-x","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"784"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141763071","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}
Die OphthalmologiePub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-10-02DOI: 10.1007/s00347-024-02122-5
Johanna Wiedemann, Mert Mestanoglu, Anne Rekate, Caroline Gietzelt, Claus Cursiefen, Björn Bachmann
{"title":"[EndoArt®: results in patients with glaucoma drainage devices].","authors":"Johanna Wiedemann, Mert Mestanoglu, Anne Rekate, Caroline Gietzelt, Claus Cursiefen, Björn Bachmann","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02122-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02122-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>EndoArt® (Eye Yon Medical, Ness Ziona, Israel) is a novel artificial corneal inner layer transplant and an innovative treatment alternative for patients at high risk for graft failure after posterior lamellar corneal transplantation (EK).</p><p><strong>Aim of the study: </strong>We present the initial results of the EndoArt® implantation in patients with glaucoma drainage devices (GDD).</p><p><strong>Patients and surgical procedure: </strong>In this study 12 eyes with GDD were retrospectively evaluated. All had a high risk of transplant rejection in cases of EK (previous other glaucoma surgery in addition to GDD, n = 8, condition following Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty, DMEK, n = 9, uveitis, n = 2, or synechiae, n = 2). The EndoArt® was secured with a gas bubble and one to three holding sutures. The preoperative and postoperative best spectacle-corrected visual acuity (BSCVA) and central corneal thickness (CCT) were determined. The need for additional gas injections (rebubbling) was analyzed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Octafluoropropane (C3F8) 12% was used in nine patients and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) 20% in three patients as anterior chamber tamponade to ensure adhesion of the EndoArt®. At least one rebubbling was necessary in four eyes. The preoperative BSCVA was 1.6 (± 0.5) logMAR and significantly improved to 1.1 (± 0.6) logMAR after 12 weeks (p = 0.028). The preoperative CCT was 719 µm ± 145.7, which significantly decreased to 622.4 µm ± 174.9 after six weeks (p = 0.004) and to 591.7 µm ± 190.8 after 12 weeks (p = 0.096). In one eye, the prosthesis was explanted due to a suspected fibrotic remodelling of the cornea following multiple previous DMEKs.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>EndoArt® led to a significant improvement in BSCVA and reduction in CCT; however, there was a high rebubbling rate in patients with GDD. In high-risk patients, the use of EndoArt® may be advantageous in avoiding graft failure after EK.</p>","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"803-813"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142360716","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}
Die OphthalmologiePub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-09-14DOI: 10.1007/s00347-024-02109-2
Jan Henrik Terheyden, Matthias M Mauschitz, Maximilian W M Wintergerst, Petrus Chang, Philipp Herrmann, Raffael Liegl, Thomas Ach, Robert P Finger, Frank G Holz
{"title":"[Digital remote monitoring of chronic retinal conditions-A clinical future tool? : Remote monitoring of chronic retinal conditions].","authors":"Jan Henrik Terheyden, Matthias M Mauschitz, Maximilian W M Wintergerst, Petrus Chang, Philipp Herrmann, Raffael Liegl, Thomas Ach, Robert P Finger, Frank G Holz","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02109-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02109-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>In view of the predicted increase in incidence and prevalence of chronic retinal diseases and undersupply of care in the population, telemedicine could contribute to reducing access barriers to healthcare and improving the results of treatment.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>A literature review on remote monitoring of chronic retinal diseases was carried out.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>The medical literature was searched for publications on remote monitoring of chronic retinal diseases. The results were compiled in a narrative overview.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The four main topics in the literature are: validation studies, implementation strategies, acceptance/target group analyses and health economic analyses. Remote monitoring systems are based on visual function tests, imaging or patient reports and have been particularly investigated in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic eye disease (DED). Studies indicate positive effects regarding an optimization of clinical care and a favorable safety profile but randomized controlled trials are lacking for the majority of monitoring tools.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Remote monitoring could complement existing care structures for patients with chronic retinal diseases, especially AMD and DED. Promising systems are based on hyperacuity or optical coherence tomography, while patient-reported data are not commonly used; however, there is currently insufficient evidence justifying the use of remote monitoring systems in chronic retinal diseases in Europe and more research on the validation of remote monitoring systems is needed.</p>","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"826-834"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142302446","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}
Die OphthalmologiePub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-10-11DOI: 10.1007/s00347-024-02119-0
V Tahmaz, M Mestanoğlu, A Howaldt, B O Bachmann, M Matthaei, C Cursiefen
{"title":"[Innovative surgical treatment approaches for endothelial dysfunction : Descemet stripping only (DSO) and endothelial cell injection].","authors":"V Tahmaz, M Mestanoğlu, A Howaldt, B O Bachmann, M Matthaei, C Cursiefen","doi":"10.1007/s00347-024-02119-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00347-024-02119-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Currently, due to a rising number of patients Germany and many other countries experience a large deficit of donor eyes for posterior lamellar keratoplasty procedures in the treatment of corneal endothelial diseases. To address this unmet need there is an ongoing investigation of treatment modalities which do not rely on donor tissue or enable clinicians to treat more patient eyes per donor eye. The authors introduce a promising approach for both treatment principles. First, the technique of Descemet stripping only (DSO) is detailed, in which a central part of the Descemet's membrane including the endothelium is surgically removed without replacement with donor tissue. This then allows endothelial cells from the periphery of the cornea to migrate into the central area and can reduce corneal opacification and swelling. As a representative technique of the second group, the authors introduce endothelial cell injection, in which human corneal endothelial cells are cultivated in vitro and then, after removal of the diseased endothelium, injected into the anterior chamber of the recipient's eye to form a new and healthy endothelium. This is supported by injection of Rho kinase inhibitors and a face-down positioning of the patient after surgery. It is postulated that endothelial cell injection could possibly enable clinicians to treat up to 300 patient eyes with the tissue generated from 1 donor eye. Whether and how these novel approaches will become established in Europe remains to be seen.</p>","PeriodicalId":72808,"journal":{"name":"Die Ophthalmologie","volume":" ","pages":"796-802"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142402207","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}