Mario R. Romano
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View article: Is the Laminar Flow From the Vitrectomy Infusion Cannula Potentially Harmful?
Is the Laminar Flow From the Vitrectomy Infusion Cannula Potentially Harmful? Open
Evaluation of the infusion jet consequences on the retina lays the foundations for finding solutions that reduce pressure increase and tissue response.
View article: Silicone oil removal-related vision loss
Silicone oil removal-related vision loss Open
Silicone oil removal-related vision loss (SORVL) is a sight-threatening condition affecting a small fraction of patients after the removal of silicone oil, possibly underestimated. To date, a few cases have been thoroughly investigated; ho…
View article: IOL Power Calculation After Laser-Based Refractive Surgery: Measured vs. Predicted Posterior Corneal Astigmatism Using the Barrett True-K Formula
IOL Power Calculation After Laser-Based Refractive Surgery: Measured vs. Predicted Posterior Corneal Astigmatism Using the Barrett True-K Formula Open
Background/Objectives: This study assessed the reliability of the Barrett True-K formula in patients who had undergone laser-based corneal refractive surgery by comparing outcomes using measured vs. predicted posterior corneal astigmatism …
View article: Quantitative analysis of idiopathic epiretinal membrane traction: an updated version of the relaxation index
Quantitative analysis of idiopathic epiretinal membrane traction: an updated version of the relaxation index Open
Purpose The aim of this work was to track tangential traction of idiopathic epiretinal membrane from an initial assessment to the immediate post-operative phase using an enhanced version of the relaxation index (RI). Methods A retrospectiv…
View article: Real-world use of a hydrophilic curcumin-based oral formulation in the management of macular oedema: a collection of clinical experiences
Real-world use of a hydrophilic curcumin-based oral formulation in the management of macular oedema: a collection of clinical experiences Open
This is a collection of clinical experiences exploring the real-world effectiveness of a hydrophilic curcumin-based oral formulation (CHC, Diabec®) in the management of macular oedema across diverse retinal conditions, including…
View article: Comparing the Efficiency of Fluid Infusion Systems for Pars Plana Vitrectomy
Comparing the Efficiency of Fluid Infusion Systems for Pars Plana Vitrectomy Open
A thorough understanding of head loss mechanisms along infusion sets allows the design of more efficient and safer infusion sets.
View article: Comparing the Efficiency of Valved Trocar Cannulas for Pars Plana Vitrectomy
Comparing the Efficiency of Valved Trocar Cannulas for Pars Plana Vitrectomy Open
Purpose: To compare the efficiency of different manufacturers’ valved cannulas (23G, 25G and 27G) (Alcon, Bausch & Lomb, BVI, DORC, Optikon) in maintaining intraocular pressure during vitrectomy by measuring leak pressure and the differenc…
View article: En face OCT: Breakthroughs in understanding the pathoanatomy of retinal disease and clinical applications
En face OCT: Breakthroughs in understanding the pathoanatomy of retinal disease and clinical applications Open
En face optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a practical and informative imaging modality to noninvasively visualize distinct retinal and choroidal layers by providing coronal images using boundary-specific segmentation. Ongoing research …
View article: Visual Performance and Predictive OCT Biomarkers in Epiretinal Membrane Assessment: Beyond Distance Visual Acuity
Visual Performance and Predictive OCT Biomarkers in Epiretinal Membrane Assessment: Beyond Distance Visual Acuity Open
The iERM predominantly impacts near visual performance, with near visual acuity and reading speed being more affected than distance visual acuity. Structural OCT biomarkers, particularly retinal thickness in specific regions, correlate wit…
View article: A review of optical and thermal eye tissue parameters for improved computational models in retinal laser therapy
A review of optical and thermal eye tissue parameters for improved computational models in retinal laser therapy Open
Laser surgery is recognized as a highly effective method for managing retinal diseases. However, the thermal effects of the laser on different eye tissues are not entirely understood yet. In this context, computational modeling can be a us…
View article: RETINAL DISPLACEMENT AFTER IDIOPATHIC MACULAR HOLE SURGERY
RETINAL DISPLACEMENT AFTER IDIOPATHIC MACULAR HOLE SURGERY Open
Purpose: To measure the displacement of retinal vascular plexi and choriocapillaris after pars plana vitrectomy for idiopathic macular hole, using optical coherence tomography angiography, and correlate it with clinical data. Methods: Retr…
View article: The Role of Eye Movements in the Process of Silicone Oil Emulsification After Vitreoretinal Surgery
The Role of Eye Movements in the Process of Silicone Oil Emulsification After Vitreoretinal Surgery Open
Emulsification is a feared and common complication of the use of silicone oil (SO) as tamponade fluid after vitrectomy as it potentially associated with significant risks to ocular health, including elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), gla…
View article: Development and preliminary evaluation of a novel preoperative index for quantitative analysis of photoreceptor loss in full-thickness macular holes
Development and preliminary evaluation of a novel preoperative index for quantitative analysis of photoreceptor loss in full-thickness macular holes Open
View article: Settings and Clinical Applications of Subthreshold Micropulse Laser Therapy: A Review
Settings and Clinical Applications of Subthreshold Micropulse Laser Therapy: A Review Open
Subthreshold lasers operate below the threshold of visible tissue damage, thereby preventing ophthalmoscopically visible thermal damage to the chorio-retinal layers. They could represent a safe and effective alternative and/or adjunctive p…
View article: A Mathematical Model of Interstitial Fluid Flow and Retinal Tissue Deformation in Macular Edema
A Mathematical Model of Interstitial Fluid Flow and Retinal Tissue Deformation in Macular Edema Open
Despite inherent simplifications and uncertainties in parameter values, this study represents a step toward understanding the pathophysiology of EME. The findings provide insights into the mechanisms underlying fluid dynamics in the retina…
View article: The role of eye movements in the process of silicone oil emulsification after vitreoretinal surgery
The role of eye movements in the process of silicone oil emulsification after vitreoretinal surgery Open
Background Emulsification of silicone oil (SO) is a feared and common complication of SO tamponade as potentially associated with significant risks to ocular health, including elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), glaucoma, corneal and reti…
View article: THREE-DIMENSIONAL RETINAL DISPLACEMENT BEFORE AND AFTER MACULAR PUCKER SURGERY
THREE-DIMENSIONAL RETINAL DISPLACEMENT BEFORE AND AFTER MACULAR PUCKER SURGERY Open
Purpose: To measure the coronal and sagittal retinal displacement before and after surgery for epiretinal membranes in InfraRed horizontal foveal sections and optical coherence tomography scans and describe displacement tridimensionality, …
View article: Prediction of Functional and Anatomic Progression in Lamellar Macular Holes
Prediction of Functional and Anatomic Progression in Lamellar Macular Holes Open
The authors have no proprietary or commercial interest in any materials discussed in this article.
View article: Topical Antiseptics in Minimizing Ocular Surface Bacterial Load Before Ophthalmic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Topical Antiseptics in Minimizing Ocular Surface Bacterial Load Before Ophthalmic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Compared with PVI 0.6%, CLX 0.02% induced a greater reduction of ocular surface bacterial load, with no significant alterations of the taxonomic composition. Moreover, CLX was better tolerated than PVI.
View article: Correction: A minimum specification dataset for liquid ocular endotamponades: recommendations by a European expert panel
Correction: A minimum specification dataset for liquid ocular endotamponades: recommendations by a European expert panel Open
View article: Effects of phylogenetic associations on environmental and temporal niche partitioning among sympatric mammals
Effects of phylogenetic associations on environmental and temporal niche partitioning among sympatric mammals Open
View article: A minimum specification dataset for liquid ocular endotamponades: recommendations by a European expert panel
A minimum specification dataset for liquid ocular endotamponades: recommendations by a European expert panel Open
View article: TANGENTIAL RETINAL DISPLACEMENT INCREASES AFTER MACULAR PUCKER SURGERY
TANGENTIAL RETINAL DISPLACEMENT INCREASES AFTER MACULAR PUCKER SURGERY Open
Purpose: To measure the tangential retinal displacement and vision before and after macular pucker surgery and study if pars plana vitrectomy with epiretinal membrane peeling allows the reconstitution of previous anatomy or else it results…
View article: RETINAL TECTONICS AFTER MACULAR PUCKER SURGERY
RETINAL TECTONICS AFTER MACULAR PUCKER SURGERY Open
Purpose: To study visual function, retinal layer thickness changes, and tangential displacement after pars plana vitrectomy for epiretinal membrane. Methods: Retrospective series of patients undergoing pars plana vitrectomy for epiretinal …
View article: Phenomenology of spontaneous closure in degenerative and mixed type lamellar macular hole
Phenomenology of spontaneous closure in degenerative and mixed type lamellar macular hole Open
View article: The Role of Subretinal Injection in Ophthalmic Surgery: Therapeutic Agent Delivery and Other Indications
The Role of Subretinal Injection in Ophthalmic Surgery: Therapeutic Agent Delivery and Other Indications Open
Subretinal injection is performed in vitreoretinal surgery with two main aims, namely, the subretinal delivery of therapeutic agents and subretinal injection of fluid to induce a controlled and localized macular detachment. The growing int…
View article: How to Set Up Genetic Counselling for Inherited Macular Dystrophies: Focus on Genetic Characterization
How to Set Up Genetic Counselling for Inherited Macular Dystrophies: Focus on Genetic Characterization Open
Inherited macular dystrophies refer to a group of degenerative conditions that predominantly affect the macula in the spectrum of inherited retinal dystrophies. Recent trends indicate a clear need for genetic assessment services in tertiar…
View article: Recommendation for Presbyopia-Correcting Intraocular Lenses: A Delphi Consensus Statement by the ESASO Study Group
Recommendation for Presbyopia-Correcting Intraocular Lenses: A Delphi Consensus Statement by the ESASO Study Group Open
Key recommendations for a diffractive multifocal IOL were a potential postoperative visual acuity > 0.5, a keratometry between 40-45 diopters, a pupil >2.8 mm under photopic conditions and <6.0 mm under scotopic conditions, a root mean squ…
View article: Scleral Buckle, Vitrectomy, or Combined Surgery for Inferior Break Retinal Detachment
Scleral Buckle, Vitrectomy, or Combined Surgery for Inferior Break Retinal Detachment Open
View article: Robber flies and hover flies (Insecta, Diptera, Asilidae and Syrphidae) in beech forests of the central Apennines: a contribution to the inventory of insect biodiversity in Italian State Nature Reserves
Robber flies and hover flies (Insecta, Diptera, Asilidae and Syrphidae) in beech forests of the central Apennines: a contribution to the inventory of insect biodiversity in Italian State Nature Reserves Open
The present paper describes a sampling-event dataset on species belonging to two families of Diptera (Syrphidae and Asilidae) collected between 2012 and 2019 in two Italian beech forests located in the central Apennines. The reference data…