Virtual retina could help unlock new vision loss treatments
New computer modeling could help scientists better understand how the retina regenerates, opening the door to new treatments for vision loss, according to a study from the University of Surrey.
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Gas-permeable lenses beneficial after congenital glaucoma surgery
For children undergoing primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) surgery, use of rigid gas-permeable contact lenses (RGPCLs) is associated with superior visual acuity compared with spectacles, according to a study published online Nov. 6 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
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With a tiny eye implant and special glasses, some legally blind patients can read again
People with a leading cause of blindness were able to read again thanks to a tiny wireless chip implanted in the back of the eye and specialized augmented glasses, according to study results published Monday in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Dry eye and its neurological implications
During American Academy of Optometry's Academy 2025 meeting in Boston, Massachusetts, Jacqueline Theis, OD, FAAO, gave her presentation "Neurologic Dry Eye: What Like It’s Hard?," which discussed dry eye and focused on its neurological components and complex nature. Theis, who primarily works in neuro and binocular vision, emphasizes that all dry eye has a neurologic component that is often under-appreciated. The brain and brain stem play crucial roles in maintaining ocular surface homeostasis through the lacrimal and meibomian glands.
Vision therapy reverses concussion-related double and blurred vision, study finds
Nearly half of adolescents and young adults with lingering symptoms of concussion suffer from eye coordination disorders that cause double and blurred vision, headaches and difficulties concentrating.
Better vision test enables precise detection of eye disorders in toddlers
The development of a new tool for testing the eyesight of children under three could mean more children receive treatment for vision difficulties earlier, leading to positive effects on learning and development.
Scientists create artificial retina phantom to standardize eye disease diagnosis equipment
The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) has developed a retina-mimicking eye phantom that faithfully replicates the structural layers and microvascular network of the human retina. This innovation provides a new reference for objectively evaluating and calibrating ophthalmic imaging devices, paving the way for more accurate and reliable diagnosis of retinal diseases.
LASIK armed with 3D eye model provides better vision correction
An advanced form of LASIK (Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis) eye surgery that uses a virtual 3D model of a person's eye appears to offer patients better vision, a new study says.
What Is Bull’s-Eye Maculopathy?
Bull’s-eye maculopathy is an eye problem that affects the macula, the part of the retina that helps you see details clearly. It gets its name because the damage creates a ring-shaped pattern, like a bull’s-eye target, and can be caused by genetic eye diseases, certain medications, or other conditions.
Medications and Substances That May Increase Macular Degeneration Risk
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that occurs when the macula — the central part of the retina that controls sharp, straight-ahead vision — is damaged. While AMD is primarily linked to aging, genetics, and smoking, some research suggests that certain medications and habits can contribute to its development.