Medical News | Medical Articles - Ophthalmology / Optometry - Nov 01, 2018 Edition

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November 1, 2018     Ophthalmology / Optometry     The latest ophthalmology / optometry news from News Medical

Exploring the Historyand Evolution of the Ophthalmoscope With records dating back to the 19th century, some of the original investigation on the origin of original hypothesis ophthalmic diseases involved the notion that diseases existed “inside” of the eye. Before the ophthalmoscope was developed, many clinicians and scientific researchers were extremely curious on the anatomical structure and related features that existed behind the pupil. Read Full Article Here

Blue light from smart phones and digital devices could raise risk of blindness   According to researchers, the blue light from laptops, smart phones and other digital devices, could raise the risk of blindness. The study appears in the latest issue of the journal Scientific Reports.         Australian research breakthrough could lead to more effective treatments for dry eye disease   Australian researchers have made an important breakthrough in understanding the composition of the tear film that protects our eyes, leading to more effective treatments for dry eye disease.

Autoimmune response contributes to vision loss in glaucoma patients   A research team from Massachusetts Eye and Ear and MIT has shown that immune cells in the eye that developed in response to early exposure to bacteria are a key contributor to progressive vision loss from glaucoma, the second leading cause of irreversible blindness in the world.       Scientists reverse congenital blindness in mouse model   A study funded by the National Eye Institute has shown that congenital blindness in mice can be reversed by regenerating rod photoreceptors in the retina.       Glaucoma could be an autoimmune disorder, study suggests   Glaucoma, a disease that afflicts nearly 70 million people worldwide, is something of a mystery despite its prevalence. Little is known about the origins of the disease, which damages the retina and optic nerve and can lead to blindness.       Less-invasive options are slowing disease progression in glaucoma patients   Judith Smith, now 71, was at a routine appointment several years ago with her longtime ophthalmologist when the doctor made a comment that her right eye looked a little suspicious for glaucoma, an incurable disease that occurs when the optic nerve is damaged by pressure building inside the eye.       Scientists report novel gene therapy that halts vision loss in canine model of blinding disease   Scientists funded by the National Eye Institute report a novel gene therapy that halts vision loss in a canine model of a blinding condition called autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa (adRP). The strategy could one day be used to slow or prevent vision loss in people with the disease. NEI is part of the National Institutes of Health.       Swiss Advanced Vision announces launch of Harmonis for cataract surgery   Swiss Advanced Vision has announced the launch of Harmonis, a customizable intraocular lens with advanced extended depth of focus optical technology for cataract surgery.       Study shows steep inequality in usage of low vision devices   Blacks and Hispanics who have trouble seeing are missing out on the low vision technology that can help them read, drive and keep up social connections.       New outbreak of rare eye disease identified in contact lens wearers   A new outbreak of a rare but preventable eye infection that can cause blindness, has been identified in contact lens wearers in a new study led by UCL and Moorfields Eye Hospital researchers.       Optic Nerve Cupping in Glaucoma   Glaucoma is among the leading cause of permanent vision loss in most regions of the world. Damage to the optic nerve fibers resulting from glaucoma causes optic nerve cupping, which results in loss of vision and in some cases requires the removal of the eye.

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