Prathiba Ramakrishnan

Retina research fellow, Lions eye institute, Perth WA

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

New Podcast! Bestrophinopathies – BVMD, ARB, Pattern Dystrophy & ADVIRC. Learn their key differences, genetics & imaging findings in just 10 mins! 🔬👁️ #Retina #Ophthalmology

https://t.co/2fjxltnGHz

[Virtual Ophthalmology Academy (VOPHA) @v_ophthalmology]

Identifying visual field defects caused by leisions of the #visual_pathways.
Visual field defects arise from lesions along the visual pathways, from the retina to the occipital cortex. Here's a breakdown of common defects and their associated lesion locations:
@mazhry

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

CHRPE: How to differentiate and when to refer?
New episode will cover the key clinical features to help differentiate FAP associated CHRPE from typical or solitary lesions along with important management considerations.
https://t.co/1vzoFN8SJa

[Retina Australia @RetinaAustralia]

February is #RetinitisPigmentosa (RP) Awareness Month!
Help raise awareness & funds for RP research:
1. Register for a Do It in The Dark event
2. Share your story & raise awareness
3. Donate to research
More info: https://t.co/ZNxkoRxzYZ #DoItInTheDark #RetinaAustralia

[EyeSmart @AcademyEyeSmart]

16 million Americans have dry eye. Here's the latest on treatment options: https://t.co/yQc008Nji9

#dryeye #eyehealth #healthtips #itchyeye #pinkeye #conjunctivitis #eyedrops #allergies

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

PHOMS are often confused with Optic Disc Drusen or papilledema due to their appearance. TheEyeEducationClub episode of 7 min clarifies PHOMS' clinical features and how to differentiate them from other conditions causing optic disc swellings.
https://t.co/n6dXonTSfe

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

Read it last year, reading it again book that never stops inspiring me!

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

Exploring HCQ retinopathy clinical signs and diagnostics like mfERG in Episode 2 of TheEyeEducationClub podcast.
#AAO #ISCEV #Eye #HCQ #Electroretinogram #Bullseyemaculopathy #retinal toxicity

https://t.co/1vzoFN8SJa

[American Academy of Ophthalmology @aao_ophth]

For patients with acute vision loss, retinal OCT in the emergency room may be a game changer.

https://t.co/0wsG3jagqw

#AAO #Ophthalmology #neuroophthalmology #anteriorischemicopticneuropathy

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

Many guidelines exist for HCQ retinopathy, but guidelines are only to guide you, not to replace clinical judgement. Tune into my latest episode on screening for HCQ retinopathy on TheEyeEducationClub on Spotify: https://t.co/UfP8FGdrjI @ClinExpOphthal @Eye_Journal @aao_ophth

[Eye Journal @Eye_Journal]

Infographic: Efficacy and safety of high-dose Intravitreal aflibercept 8 mg in patients with neovascular age-related macular degeneration: week 48 results from the phase 3 PULSAR trial #Ophthalmology #OpenAccess #AMD
https://t.co/gi7UODdUEk

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

Floaters—Uninvited guests in your vision, drifting around and stealing the show!

[Retina @RetinaJournal]

RHEGMATOGENOUS RETINAL DETACHMENT
Progression and Characteristics of Postoperative Demarcation Lines
Brosh, Koby MD, MHA; Semionov, Anastasia MD; Hanhart, Joel MD; Goldberg, Mordechai MD; Potter, Michael J. MD
#Retina 45(1):p 30-34, Jan 2025
https://t.co/0hNecrtaVu
@KobyBroshMD

[Ophthalmology Times @OphthTimes]

Eyebright Medical Technology has announced that its phakic intraocular lens (IOL), the Loong Crystal PR, has received Class III Medical Devices Certificate from the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).

https://t.co/7KHU7zq7Bh

[Review of Optometry @revoptom]

Four or More Drinks Per Day Associated with Higher Odds of POAG

A nationwide survey of almost 4,000 patients revealed a dose-response connection between frequency of use and the condition.
https://t.co/28UjR4N8X9
#glaucoma #optometry

[Review of Optometry @revoptom]

Osteoporosis Medication Increases Risk of Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma

Physicians should educate their patients about the complications that could arise with bisphosphonate use. Read more: https://t.co/NpsQkGQej4
#glaucoma #optometry

[Ophthalmology @AAOjournal]

Intracorneal Migration of Silicone Oil
https://t.co/W3qAd7lAN5
#ophthalmology

[Review of Optometry @revoptom]

Study Details Effects of Tamsulosin on Anterior Segment

After treatment, researchers observed thinning in the area of the dilator muscle and a smaller post-dilation pupil diameter.
https://t.co/PUBkbbt3OG
#optometry #eyecare #cornea

[Prathiba Ramakrishnan @r_prathiba]

HCQ toxicity can lead to bull's eye maculopathy and vision loss, which can be irreversible. Early screening is vital. Here are some of the clinical and imaging findings:

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Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) is a mitochondrial genetic disorder causing sudden, painless vision loss, mainly in young adults, due to optic nerve degeneration. It primarily affects males. Here is the summarised table for LHON.