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View article: Adenoid cystic carcinoma of the lacrimal gland – A major review
Adenoid cystic carcinoma of the lacrimal gland – A major review Open
Adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) of the lacrimal gland is a rare orbital neoplasm. Despite this, it remains the most common epithelial malignancy of the lacrimal gland. It is notorious for high rates of local recurrence, metastases, and mort…
View article: Lag time for diagnosis and treatment in 1120 retinoblastoma children: Analysis from InPOG-RB-19-01
Lag time for diagnosis and treatment in 1120 retinoblastoma children: Analysis from InPOG-RB-19-01 Open
Setting: Increased lag time for diagnosis and treatment is a key determinant of adverse retinoblastoma (RB) outcomes. Analysis from INPHOG-RB-19-01, a prospective, multicentric study of newly diagnosed RB with regard to lag time and its co…
View article: Commentary: Artificial intelligence and machine learning in ocular oncology, retinoblastoma – A balanced perspective
Commentary: Artificial intelligence and machine learning in ocular oncology, retinoblastoma – A balanced perspective Open
View article: Oncological principles in the management of ocular surface squamous neoplasia - A Review
Oncological principles in the management of ocular surface squamous neoplasia - A Review Open
Ocular surface squamous neoplasia (OSSN) is the most common neoplasia of the anterior segment. Accurate and timely diagnosis, including detailed clinical assessment and imaging, is essential to ascertain the extent of the disease. The gold…
View article: Factors Impacting Abandonment In Patients With Newly Diagnosed Retinoblastoma In India: Analysis From INPHOG RB-19-01 Study
Factors Impacting Abandonment In Patients With Newly Diagnosed Retinoblastoma In India: Analysis From INPHOG RB-19-01 Study Open
View article: Quality of life of Retinoblastoma survivors in tertiary care eye hospital in South India
Quality of life of Retinoblastoma survivors in tertiary care eye hospital in South India Open
Purpose: With the increased survival of retinoblastoma (RB) patients, it is important to evaluate the quality of life (QoL) of RB survivors as well as caregivers to provide comprehensive care to the children and caregivers. This study aims…
View article: A 10/14 French silicone urinary catheter with inflatable balloon used as novel expansion device in lid reconstruction surgery
A 10/14 French silicone urinary catheter with inflatable balloon used as novel expansion device in lid reconstruction surgery Open
Purpose: To describe the surgical technique using a 10/14 French silicone urinary catheter as a novel tissue expander for repair of defects after removal of eyelid tumors. This device recruits additional tissue by tissue expansion for repa…
View article: Targeted therapy in ophthalmic oncology: The current status
Targeted therapy in ophthalmic oncology: The current status Open
There have been rapid advancements in the field of ocular oncology for the diagnosis and management of intraocular, adnexal, and orbital tumors. Targeted therapy is in the forefront of medical research in all fields including ocular oncolo…
View article: Factors impacting abandonment in patients with newly diagnosed retinoblastoma: Analysis from INPHOG-RB-19-01 study
Factors impacting abandonment in patients with newly diagnosed retinoblastoma: Analysis from INPHOG-RB-19-01 study Open
View article: Update on coronavirus disease 2019: Ophthalmic Manifestations and Adverse Reactions to Vaccination
Update on coronavirus disease 2019: Ophthalmic Manifestations and Adverse Reactions to Vaccination Open
View article: The symphony of humility and healing – Susan Day
The symphony of humility and healing – Susan Day Open
Figure 1: Dr. Susan Day (Courtesy – Dr. Ralph Eagle)An interesting fact is that no one knows who invented music. No one knows who sang the first song, who wrote the first hymn, who made the first rhythm, or who wrote the first lyrics, but …
View article: Susceptible to dynamism, immune to stagnancy – Martine Johanna Jager
Susceptible to dynamism, immune to stagnancy – Martine Johanna Jager Open
View article: Retinoblastoma: A review of the molecular basis of tumor development and its clinical correlation in shaping future targeted treatment strategies
Retinoblastoma: A review of the molecular basis of tumor development and its clinical correlation in shaping future targeted treatment strategies Open
Retinoblastoma is a retinal cancer that affects children and is the most prevalent intraocular tumor worldwide. Despite tremendous breakthroughs in our understanding of the fundamental mechanisms that regulate progression of retinoblastoma…
View article: The eyes see what the mind knows – Interpretation of magnetic resonance imaging
The eyes see what the mind knows – Interpretation of magnetic resonance imaging Open
Background: In 1978, the advent of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was a remarkable volte-face in the world of diagnostics. Employing the phenomenon of nuclear resonance enables us to exploit the properties of differential protons in livi…
View article: Pigmented lesions of the conjunctiva: The sheep and the wolf
Pigmented lesions of the conjunctiva: The sheep and the wolf Open
Background: Pigmented lesions in the conjunctiva can be baffling to both the patients and the treating ophthalmologist because of their varied range of presentation and overlapping clinical features. The lesions range from incidental pigme…
View article: A phenomenal prismatic soul - Suzanne Véronneau-Troutman
A phenomenal prismatic soul - Suzanne Véronneau-Troutman Open
Now you understand Just why my head's not bowed. I don't shout or jump about Or have to talk real loud. When you see me passing, It ought to make you proud. I say, It's in the click of my heels, The bend of my hair, The palm of my hand, Th…
View article: Plaque brachytherapy – Radiating positivity
Plaque brachytherapy – Radiating positivity Open
Background: Plaque brachytherapy is an evolving, yet effective globe and vision-sparing modality for the treatment of intraocular tumors by transscleral irradiation of the tumor base with a radioactive implant. The American Brachytherapy S…
View article: Prof. M. Vanathi
Prof. M. Vanathi Open
Prof. M. Vanathi is an accomplished Ophthalmologist with an impressive academic and professional background. Her journey began as an Indian National Talent Search Scholar and a Tamil Nadu state rank holder in Higher Secondary School, setti…
View article: Embracing vision and empowering change: My unforgettable journey as the Editor of the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology
Embracing vision and empowering change: My unforgettable journey as the Editor of the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology Open
"Every great achievement begins with a vision." - Mary Kay Ash With a heart filled with deep gratitude and profound emotions, I bid farewell as the Editor of the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology (IJO). As I reflect upon the remarkable journ…
View article: Charles L. Schepens: Eye Spy
Charles L. Schepens: Eye Spy Open
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was t…
View article: Good anesthetic for good esthetic: Blocks in oculoplasty
Good anesthetic for good esthetic: Blocks in oculoplasty Open
Background: A good anesthesia not only makes the patient comfortable during surgery, but also has a huge impact on the postoperative recovery. It also makes the operating surgeon carry out each step of the surgery precisely and beautifully…
View article: A multi-dimensional reality: Carol Lally Shields
A multi-dimensional reality: Carol Lally Shields Open
"The question isn't who's going to let me; it's who is going to stop me." - Ayn Rand The legendary woman who truly epitomizes the above quote is Dr. Carol Lally Shields with her perfect work–life balance and go-getter principle. With her d…
View article: Eye of the AI storm: Exploring the impact of AI tools in ophthalmology
Eye of the AI storm: Exploring the impact of AI tools in ophthalmology Open
"Artificial Intelligence will have a more profound impact on humanity than fire, electricity and internet." - Sundar Pichai Without us being consciously aware of it, artificial intelligence (AI) has deeply permeated every aspect of our liv…
View article: Minto ophthalmic hospital and the regional institute of ophthalmology: Tale as old as time
Minto ophthalmic hospital and the regional institute of ophthalmology: Tale as old as time Open
"The whole difference between construction and creation is exactly this: that a thing constructed can only be loved after it is constructed; but a thing created is loved before it exists." – Charles Dickens What makes an Institution? Is it…
View article: Dr. K. Bhujang Shetty: In Memoriam
Dr. K. Bhujang Shetty: In Memoriam Open
Dr K. Bhujang Shetty, Founder-Chairman and Managing Director of Narayana Nethralaya was a dynamic ophthalmologist with an indomitable spirit. Dr Shetty had humble beginnings in a small village near Kundapur. At Baldwin Boys High School, Dr…
View article: Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, Annual Report, 2022-23
Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, Annual Report, 2022-23 Open
Indian Journal of Ophthalmology (IJO) is the official journal of the All India Ophthalmological Society and is one of the oldest medical journals from India. Launched in 1953 as a quarterly journal, it became a bimonthly journal in 2007 an…
View article: Backpacking through the pinnacles of ophthalmology – The journey of Bharti Lavingia
Backpacking through the pinnacles of ophthalmology – The journey of Bharti Lavingia Open
"Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you are climbing it." – Andy Rooney The love for nature and knowledge took Dr. Bharti Lavingia to greater heights, not just in terms of knowledge…
View article: Regional Institute of Ophthalmology and Government Ophthalmic Hospital: The Heart of Heritage
Regional Institute of Ophthalmology and Government Ophthalmic Hospital: The Heart of Heritage Open
Aerial view of Regional Institute of Ophthalmology and Government Ophthalmic Hospital, Chennai "History is a cyclic poem written by time upon the memories of man." Percy Bysshe Shelley Amidst the sounds of hurried patter of feet of thousan…
View article: Dr. Dukhan Ram: For the greater good
Dr. Dukhan Ram: For the greater good Open
Dr. Dukhan Ram was born on July 15, 1899, in Sasaram, Bihar. He was born into a Vaisya family with poor financial means, it was needless to say that his childhood was riddled with hardships, losing his father at a tender age of four. As a …
View article: The evolution of women ophthalmologists in India
The evolution of women ophthalmologists in India Open
While the 19th century witnessed an upsurge of women in ophthalmology in different parts of the world, Indian ophthalmology saw the evolution of women much later, but was more powerful and with a steep progress curve. To begin with, the ev…