What is the relationship between initial visual acuity and visual prognosis in patients with branch retinal artery occlusion (BRAO)? Medscape Ophthalmology
Retinopathy of prematurity causes up to 500 cases of blindness per year in the US. Learn about the pathophysiology, risk factors, and strategies for prevention for this disabling condition. Neonatal Network
Study of 301 trabeculectomies concludes that transient vision loss after surgery is common, with recovery taking up to 2 years; some degree of permanent vision loss was found in 8% of cases. br / iMedscape Medical News/i
Using a laser to take apart a lens clouded by cataracts can make the surgery easier and more precise, doctors reported on Wednesday. Reuters Health Information
An automated system that tags digital retinal images as positive or negative for disease would greatly facilitate widespread screening for diabetic retinopathy, researchers report. Reuters Health Information