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New Patient, New Doctor, Old Records

When an epiretinal membrane distorts OCT, rely on BMO‑MRW and serial perimetry to assess glaucoma stability. Read this case in the latest Glaucoma Grand Rounds by James Fanelli, OD: https://t.co/zGa9iVbLzT

#optometry #glaucoma #eyecare

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Study Identifies Small Increase in Wet AMD Conversion Following Cataract Surgery

Matched IRIS Registry analysis found the effect was concentrated in the early post-op years and disappeared by year four.
https://t.co/Ec1fXz0r88

#cataractsurgery #wetAMD #AMD #maculardegeneration

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Outdoor Artificial Light Exposure Linked to Increased Odds of Myopia

The association may arise from interruption of circadian rhythms, but researchers said it would be premature to draw direct conclusions of cause and effect.
https://t.co/OxmJBrD3gU
#myopia #optometry #eyecare

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Statins Tied to Modest Dry Eye Risk Increase

More than 560,000 patients were included in a review that found cholesterol-lowering meds were linked to a small rise in ocular surface disease, albeit with weak underlying evidence.
https://t.co/NyCnFqyYvN
#optometry #dryeye #statins

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This OCT-A Marker May Help Assess Treatment Response in Patients with MNV

In a new study, eyes with foveal vertical hyperreflective lines, which appeared early in the disease course and persisted over follow-up, had a higher IZ/EZ repair rate: https://t.co/nwTkumbpnJ
#AMD

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Research Roundup From ARVO 2026

An abstract review of the latest intriguing and clinically practical research papers that focus on cornea and ocular surface care presented at this year’s meeting: https://t.co/it65EaGvkc

#ARVO #ARVO2026 #cornea #contactlens #dryeye #optometry

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24-hour BP Monitoring Could Help Glaucoma Risk Stratification

Lower minimum values demonstrated the strongest association with structural progression. Read more: https://t.co/MobnPN9XWL

#optometry #glaucoma

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Diabetic Ischemia Shows Both Capillary Nonperfusion and Restored Perfusion

These findings enhance the understanding of vascular pathophysiology in DR, suggesting that intraretinal revascularization occurs even as other regions continue to deteriorate.
https://t.co/agHXkTHMfO

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We're excited to introduce Review of Optometry’s Photo Atlas of Ocular Disease. 📸 This standalone resource features 300+ photos of conditions across the entire spectrum of eye care.

🔗Get the guide: https://t.co/HT5Kow1hLT

#optometry #optometrist #eyecare #cornea #retina

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Study Finds High Degree of Precision Achieved with Light Adjustable Lens

Two-thirds of subjects opted to make an adjustment, and 94% overall ended up 20/20 uncorrected (spherical equivalent refraction ≤0.50D).
https://t.co/IEPcxT4J6N

#eyecare #optometry #optometrist

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Outer Macular Distribution of Cuticular Drusen Linked to Higher AMD Progression Risk

Researchers identified three spatial phenotypes, finding that peripheral lesion distribution may signal greater risk of progression to late-stage disease.
https://t.co/N5gMj0X1Z1
#AMD #retina

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Diabetes Linked to Higher Risk of Ulcerative Keratitis

Patients with poor glycemic control faced a greater likelihood of developing the corneal condition as incidence climbed to its highest level in the final studied year.

https://t.co/Vgia9TRWiJ

#optometry #eyecare #diabetes

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ChatGPT Overestimates Success When Predicting FTMH Surgery Outcomes

The chatbot accurately estimated macular hole closure and visual improvement in most cases, but performed poorly in identifying nonclosure.

https://t.co/Tk2ABRIq7u

#optometry #eyecare #artificialintelligence

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We're excited to present the 27th and final edition of Clinical Perspectives on Patient Care (formerly “The Drug Guide”).

Inside, find advice from Drs. Melton and Thomas on treating dozens of conditions, handy medication guides & a quiz. Get the guide: https://t.co/ysWObXtvVI 📖

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Sleep Deprivation Increases Risk of Epiretinal Membrane

A South Korean study found a 1.25-fold higher prevalence among those who slept less than six hours on weekdays.

Read more: https://t.co/xz1TgCzoKB

#optometry #optometrist #eyecare #sleepdeprivation #retina

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#ad From research to practice.
A discussion on B vitamins in AMD care.
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How to Handle the Unhappy Post-op Cataract Patient

A practical, patient-centered approach helps identify root causes, manage expectations and guide patients toward improved visual outcomes. Read the latest CE article: https://t.co/yLivRJgiiG

#optometry #cataract #eyecare

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Clearing the Fog: Navigating Anterior and Intermediate Uveitis

Teaching the immune system to fight back against it begins with understanding this deceptive inflammatory condition.
https://t.co/voiqtlek7Z

#optometry #uveitis #eyecare

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Vermont Becomes 17th Optometric Laser State

The law, which will take effect July 2028, also includes CXL and lid lesion removal.

https://t.co/bRbwiZTRNZ

#optometry #optometrist #eyecare #Vermont #lasereyesurgery

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VKH Found in 5% of Uveitis Cases, More Common in Women

Higher rates were seen in Asian and African populations, showing that the disease exhibits geographical differences in expression.

https://t.co/XI9zxiF9gu

#optometry #eyecare #uveitis