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View article: Impact of Phacoemulsification on Trabeculectomy Bleb Function and Morphology in Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma: A Comparative Study of the Visco-Cushion Effect
Impact of Phacoemulsification on Trabeculectomy Bleb Function and Morphology in Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma: A Comparative Study of the Visco-Cushion Effect Open
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View article: Intraocular pressure variation (ocular hypertension) in diabetes mellitus
Intraocular pressure variation (ocular hypertension) in diabetes mellitus Open
Ocular hypertension (OHT), defined as increased intraocular pressure (IOP, > 21 mmHg) in eyes without optic disc changes or visual field changes, is a condition that puts an eye at higher risk of developing glaucomatous optic neuropathy an…
View article: Manual small incision cataract surgery: An ergonomic solution to tackle cataract backlog and challenging situations
Manual small incision cataract surgery: An ergonomic solution to tackle cataract backlog and challenging situations Open
Cataract surgery is still the most common surgery performed worldwide. It has evolved tremendously in terms of incision, from 12 mm to 1.8 mm, in terms of capsulotomy from envelope type to automated capsulorhexis, and from rigid intraocula…
View article: Bidirectional link between mood disorders and diabetic retinopathy
Bidirectional link between mood disorders and diabetic retinopathy Open
The recently published article by Gao et al identifies risk factors for anxiety and depression in patients with diabetic retinopathy. We supplement that there is pathophysiological evidence to show a complex and possibly bidirectional rela…
View article: A Retrospective Comparative Performance Analysis of Multifocal Eyecryl Actv IOL and the World’s First Progressive Polyfocal Autofocus Pro IOL
A Retrospective Comparative Performance Analysis of Multifocal Eyecryl Actv IOL and the World’s First Progressive Polyfocal Autofocus Pro IOL Open
This study highlights superior clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction associated with Autofocus Pro IOLs compared to Multifocal IOLs, indicating their potential as a preferred choice for cataract surgery.
View article: Bleb resuscitation of failing, leaking and dysfunctional blebs: A review
Bleb resuscitation of failing, leaking and dysfunctional blebs: A review Open
The success of trabeculectomy surgery depends on the longevity of the filtering bleb. Bleb failure can be categorized into two types: the scarred bleb with high intraocular pressure or the over-filtering and leaking bleb with low intraocul…
View article: Telemedicine and public health–pearls and pitfalls
Telemedicine and public health–pearls and pitfalls Open
We hereby comment on the interesting systematic review by Grewal et al where they have provided an overall picture of the current status of available tele-health programs in the United States with emphasis on the Amazon Clinic. Their analy…
View article: Virtual reality based apps are the future of patient: Counseling
Virtual reality based apps are the future of patient: Counseling Open
The use of virtual reality to educate preoperative patients has a positive impact on nurses as well as patients undergoing treatment. It can help improve patient satisfaction and improve favorable outcomes by reducing patient anxiety and p…
View article: CICARE based communication technique: A passage to faster and smoother visual rehabilitation in post cataract surgery patients
CICARE based communication technique: A passage to faster and smoother visual rehabilitation in post cataract surgery patients Open
Visual rehabilitation following cataract surgery is often an overlooked aspect. Healthcare providers have an important role in the counselling of the patients undergoing cataract surgery in clearing all their doubts thus alleviating all th…
View article: Relationship between age and subfoveal choroidal thickness and its clinical implications
Relationship between age and subfoveal choroidal thickness and its clinical implications Open
The retrospective study by Lei et al is an investigation of the relationship between age and subfoveal choroidal thickness (SFCT) in Chinese patients with proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Elements of the study design prevent the general…
View article: Impact of Phacoemulsification on Trabeculectomy Bleb Function and Morphology in Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma: A Comparative Study of the Visco-Cushion Effect
Impact of Phacoemulsification on Trabeculectomy Bleb Function and Morphology in Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma: A Comparative Study of the Visco-Cushion Effect Open
Purpose This study evaluates the impact of phacoemulsification on trabeculectomy bleb morphology and intraocular pressure (IOP) control in patients with primary angle closure glaucoma (PACG). The study also evaluates possible alterations i…
View article: Author's Response to Comments on “Efficacy of low-vision devices in the elderly population with age-related macular degeneration”
Author's Response to Comments on “Efficacy of low-vision devices in the elderly population with age-related macular degeneration” Open
Dear Editor, At the outset we would like to thank the authors for their letter to the editor,[1] appreciating our work.[2] In reply to the same Concur that follow-up time of 1 month was less; however, this was done as per study protocol, k…
View article: Impact of Coronavirus-2019 Pandemic on Medical Graduates Posted in Coronavirus-2019 Care Facility in India
Impact of Coronavirus-2019 Pandemic on Medical Graduates Posted in Coronavirus-2019 Care Facility in India Open
Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the professional impact of coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on medical graduates of India. Methods: An online questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was conducted among final-year medica…
View article: Factors affecting adherence to glaucoma medication: Patient perspective from North India
Factors affecting adherence to glaucoma medication: Patient perspective from North India Open
Purpose: Adherence to glaucoma medical therapy is a key factor in achieving target intraocular pressure to prevent glaucoma progression. To determine factors affecting medication adherence in glaucoma patients in an urban population belong…
View article: Internal Revision with Bleb Needling: An Effective, Safe Option for Failing Blebs
Internal Revision with Bleb Needling: An Effective, Safe Option for Failing Blebs Open
Aim: To report the outcomes of internal revision with bleb needling in cases of failing blebs with the internal sclerostomy blocked by iris tissue.
Methods: Prospective study of 26 eyes of 26 patients with failing blebs where target IOP w…
View article: Examination and Presentation of a Glaucoma Case
Examination and Presentation of a Glaucoma Case Open
Glaucoma patient is a common case scenario in postgraduate examinations; glaucoma examination involves a sequence with certain “must-do” procedures. This article details the relevant history, including negative history, and examination wit…
View article: Efficacy of low-vision devices in elderly population with age-related macular degeneration
Efficacy of low-vision devices in elderly population with age-related macular degeneration Open
Purpose: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common cause of blindness, residual damage to macular area in spite of treatment necessitates visual rehabilitation by means of low-vision aids (LVAs). Methods: Thirty patients suffering…
View article: Rho-kinase Inhibitors in Ocular Diseases: A Translational Research Journey
Rho-kinase Inhibitors in Ocular Diseases: A Translational Research Journey Open
Singh K, Singh A. Rho-kinase Inhibitors in Ocular Diseases: A Translational Research Journey. J Curr Glaucoma Pract 2023;17(1):44-48.
View article: Glaucoma Trials Simplified
Glaucoma Trials Simplified Open
In the past few decades, glaucoma research has produced a veritable alphabet soup of clinical trials. These landmark randomized studies have greatly enhanced knowledge of the disease and have provided rational, evidence-based treatment alg…
View article: A Rare Case Report of Spontaneous Suprachoroidal Hemorrhage
A Rare Case Report of Spontaneous Suprachoroidal Hemorrhage Open
Suprachoroidal hemorrhage (SCH) is uncommon ocular event with poor prognosis. The case presented was a 64-year-old elderly patient who manifested with painful spontaneous SCH without any inciting factor except for geographical atrophy in f…
View article: Slit lamp Examination Techniques
Slit lamp Examination Techniques Open
The slit lamp biomicroscope is the quintessential tool for ophthalmological examination. The instrument has seen technological advancements with improved optics. This review aims to help the reader revise the basics of slit lamp biomicrosc…
View article: Primary Congenital Glaucoma: An Update
Primary Congenital Glaucoma: An Update Open
Primary congenital glaucoma is a rare maldevelopment of the eye that affects children in the first few years of their lives. Blindness invariably occurs in untreated individuals. Early diagnosis by detailed examination under anaesthesia fo…
View article: Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography in Glaucoma
Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography in Glaucoma Open
Anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS OCT) is a non-invasive imaging modality which provides a quantitative assessment of subconjunctival space, angle of anterior chamber and lens position. For angle closure glaucoma, it is use…
View article: Workplace-Based Assessment
Workplace-Based Assessment Open
Workplace-based assessment (WPBA) is a method of assessment which measures working of a healthcare professional when performing his duties. The shift in undergraduate medical education to competency-based medical education in curriculum of…
View article: Pneumoretinopexy versus scleral buckling in retinal detachments with superior breaks
Pneumoretinopexy versus scleral buckling in retinal detachments with superior breaks Open
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to study single surgery reattachment rate, refractive shift, surgical time, cost, and complications of pneumoretinopexy (PR) compared to scleral buckling (SB) in rhegmatogenous retinal detachments (RRD…
View article: COVID 19: Understanding the Disease to Implement Containment Strategies
COVID 19: Understanding the Disease to Implement Containment Strategies Open
COVID-19, the novel coronavirus is a global threat which has hit all with the force of a hurricane. The vast biological and economic impact of this virus threatens to crumble our health resources, if not handled with caution. In order to b…
View article: Traumatic <i>Staphylococcus gallinarum</i> endophthalmitis and detachment of a pallid retina
Traumatic <i>Staphylococcus gallinarum</i> endophthalmitis and detachment of a pallid retina Open
A rare case of Staphylococcus gallinarum endophthalmitis with intraocular foreign body (IOFB) was managed successfully by vitrectomy, IOFB removal and intravitreal antibiotics with steroids. Intraoperatively, the inferior retina was noted …
View article: Using role-plays as an empathy education tool for ophthalmology postgraduate
Using role-plays as an empathy education tool for ophthalmology postgraduate Open
There is a definite scope for introducing empathetic communication in medical training. Empathetic communication can be improved by effective training in a contextual manner with a need for regular reinforcement. Sensitization at all level…