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Ophthalmology Advisor

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Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 9d

#AAO2025: Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (#GLP1RA), can elevate some patients’ likelihood of developing ischemic optic neuropathy (#ION) and retinal detachment (#RD) compared with #Tirzepatide.

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#MedSky #Ophthalmology

GLP-1 RA Use Linked to Retinal Detachment and Ischemic Optic Neuropathy - Ophthalmology Advisor

Investigators reviewed ocular side effects of semaglutide use from a global population-based study across 180 countries.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 10d

#AAO2025: A novel topical agent may offer rapid and sustained relief for patients with #DryEyeDisease, according to research presented at the American Academy of Ophthalmology 2025 annual meeting held in Orlando, FL, October 18 to 20.

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#Ophthalmology #MedSky

Dry Eye Therapy With TRPM8 Agonist May Lead To Meaningful Long-Term Improvement - Ophthalmology Advisor

In 2 phase 3 studies, acoltremon 0.003% met primary endpoints, demonstrating statistically significant tear production at day 14.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 11d

#AAO2025: Treatment with high dose #Aflibercept 8 mg can lead to similar #VisualOutcomes with fewer injections for patients with various #RetinalVeinOcclusion (RVO) subtypes.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4o3qTSp

#Ophthalmology #EyeSky #RVO #MedSky

Retinal Vein Occlusion Subtypes Can Be Treated With High Dose Aflibercept - Ophthalmology Advisor

Researchers compared the use of aflibercept 8 mg and 2 mg in patients with various retinal vein occlusion subtypes.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 11d

#AAO2025: Treatment with an intravenously delivered, anti-insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor (IGF-1R) antibody can reduce signs of thyroid eye disease (#TED) and improve quality of life.

Read here: https://bit.ly/3LrozWR

#Ophthalmology #IGF1R #ThyroidEyeDisease

IGF-1R Antibody Reduces Thyroid Eye Disease Signs, Improves Quality of Life - Ophthalmology Advisor

Researchers assessed the quality of life measures of patients with thyroid eye disease treated with Veligrotug, a full antagonist humanized mAb to IGF-1R.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 11d

#AAO2025: Even with persistent areas of avascular retina (#PAR) after #AntiVEGF monotherapy, outcomes for patients with #RetinopathyOfPrematurity remain favorable.

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#Ophthalmology #MedSky #EyeSky

Retinopathy of Prematurity Anti-VEGF Monotherapy Outcomes Remain Strong Long Term - Ophthalmology Advisor

Investigators evaluated long-term outcomes for ROP patients with persistent avascular retina initially treated with anti-VEGF injections without laser therapy.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 11d

#AAO2025: Long-term follow-up of patients with nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy (#NPDR) enrolled in the #VOYAGE study reveals a concerning pattern of disease progression following completion of #ClinicalTrial care.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4oCLVr6

#Ophthalmology #Retina

Trial Participants’ Vision Worsened 3 Years After Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Study - Ophthalmology Advisor

Investigators reviewed the long-term outcomes of patients who completed the PANORAMA clinical trial and have since sought standard clinical care.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 12d

#AAO2025: Explainable artificial intelligence (#XAI) can identify clinically significant diabetic retinal neurodegeneration (#DRN) on optical coherence tomography (#OCT) images. Presented at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) 2025 meeting

Read more: https://bit.ly/4oCKmcI

#MedTech #AI

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 12d

#AAO2025: Despite years of safety campaigns and advances in toy design, the rate of toy-related #OcularInjuries (#TOIs) among children in the U.S. has remained largely unchanged for the past 2 decades

Read more: https://bit.ly/3LoWzTN

#Ophthalmology #MedSky #EyeSafety

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 13d

#AAO2025: A novel #microRNA eye drop therapeutic option to manage either #DryEyeDisease (DED) or #CornealRepair, or both, may be on the horizon as demonstrated by 2 #ClinicalTrial results.

Read more: https://bit.ly/47m7WmQ

#Ophthalmology #MedSky #EyeSky

MicroRNA Eye Drop Improves Symptoms and Signs of Dry Eye Disease and Corneal Repair - Ophthalmology Advisor

Investigators evaluated the application of a microRNA therapy for both corneal repair and dry eye disease.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 14d

#AAO2025: Researchers parsed the risks and types of ocular injuries associated with pickleball. Presented at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) 2025 conference

Read more: https://bit.ly/4o1iSNQ

#Ophthalmology #MedSky #EyeSky #OcularInjuries #Pickleball

Pickleball-Related Ocular Injuries On The Rise, Experts Champion Protective Eye Wear - Ophthalmology Advisor

Researchers parsed the risks and types of ocular injuries associated with pickleball.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 14d

#AAO2025: With a single dose, bioerodible #Vorolanib intravitreal insert may preserve vision and benefit anatomic structures, lengthening treatment duration. Presented at the American Academy of Ophthalmology annual meeting

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#Ophthalmology #ClinicalTrial #EYP1901

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 14d

#AAO2025: Certain classes of #HypoglycemicAgents may carry an increased risk for developing #Glaucoma. Presented at American Academy of Ophthalmology.

This @stonybrooku.bsky.social - study was presented by Millen S. Khangura and team.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4hFZKmt

#Ophthalmology #MedSky

Glaucoma Risk Increased for Patients Using SGLT-2 Inhibitors, GLP-1 RA - Ophthalmology Advisor

Researchers evaluated the changes to glaucoma risk for patients using hypoglycemic agents to manage diabetes.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 14d

#AAO2025: A sustained-release #Travoprost intracameral implant significantly reduced the need for topical #IOP–lowering medications compared with timolol through 36 months in patients with open-angle #Glaucoma or #OcularHypertension. Presented at AAO 2025.

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#MedSky

Travoprost Intracameral Implant Reduces Glaucoma Treatment Burden Through 36 Months - Ophthalmology Advisor

Researchers compared the medication burden of an intracameral implant and a topical IOP-lowering drop.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 15d

#AAO2025: Investigators conducted a large-scale retrospective cohort study of the prevalence and age of onset of #RetinalDetachment and #Cataracts among patients with #RetinitisPigmentosa. Presented at AAO 2025.

Read here: https://bit.ly/4oxMZwo

#Ophthalmology #MedSky #EyeSky

Early Onset Cataract, Retinal Detachment Risk Higher With Retinitis Pigmentosa - Ophthalmology Advisor

Investigators conducted a large-scale retrospective cohort study of the prevalence and age of onset of retinal detachment and cataracts among patients with retinitis pigmentosa.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · 15d

#AAO2025: #Foselutoclax can improve best-corrected visual acuities in patients with #DiabeticMacularEdema and #VisualAcuity deficits, despite prior #AntiVEGF treatment. Presented at AAO 2025 by David Eichenbaum, MD, of Retina Vitreous Associates of Florida.

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Foselutoclax Delivers Durable Vision Benefits in Diabetic Macular Edema - Ophthalmology Advisor

Presenters at the AAO discussed phase 2 clinical trial results evaluating the safety and efficacy of foselutoclax (UBX1325) compared with aflibercept in diabetic macular edema.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Jul 1

#ASCRS2025: At the 2025 ASCRS meeting, the top paper presentations on #RefractiveProcedures, as determined by ASCRS, reflected a broad theme of how to leverage technology and advanced techniques to improve outcomes.

Read more: bit.ly/3I7DEeC

#MedSky #Ophthalmology #EyeSky

Modern Refractive Surgery Tools and Techniques Presented at ASCRS Meeting

Fresh lenticule transplantation, pre-LASIK workup, and updated implantable collamer lens techniques are among the topics reviewed at ASCRS.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Jun 25

👁️ Cataract Innovations Take the Spotlight at #ASCRS2025

Posters shared at the ASCRS Annual Meeting show the research behind dropless surgery, light adjustable IOLs, and more.

Read more: bit.ly/4l7Vo89

#MedSky #EyeSky #Ophthalmology

Cataract Surgery Innovations Highlight Postop Drop Efficacy and IOL Tech at ASCRS

The top cataract posters at ASCRS reviewed pre- and postoperative medical eye drops, IOL technologies, and legislative challenges.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Jun 16

🏆#ASCRS2025: Award-Winning Corneal Research

At the 2025 ASCRS Annual Meeting, top #CornealResearch was recognized in a session moderated by Kathryn M. Hatch, MD, and Zeba Syed, MD.

Read more ➡️ : bit.ly/4knbqL6

#Cornea #Ophthalmology #MedSky #EyeSky

Top Corneal Research Poster Winners Talk Through Findings, Complex Cases at ASCRS

The leading corneal research presented at ASCRS offered a glimpse at the subspecialty’s most promising medical and surgical advancements.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Jun 4

#OphthalmologyDx: Diagnose This Disorder on the Double

A 61-year-old woman presented with #BlurryVision and notable findings on #OpticalCoherenceTomography. Can you identify her condition?

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#MedSky #EyeSky

Ophthalmology Dx: Diagnose This Disorder on the Double - Ophthalmology Advisor

A 61-year-old woman presented with blurry vision and notable findings on optical coherence tomography. Can you identify her condition?

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Jun 2

🌷 Did you catch May's FDA Roundup?

Catch up on the latest from the @fda.gov with regard to #EyeCare products

👁️ 4D-150: Diabetic Macular Edema
👁️ Urcosimod: Neuropathic Corneal Pain
👁️ Luminopia: Amblyopia Aged 8 to 12 Years
👁️ OcuMet Beacon
👁️ Tristel OPH

Read more: bit.ly/40JLdPu

#EyeSky #MedSky

FDA Alerts: Ophthalmology Drug and Device Approvals

FDA alerts and updates on the latest drug and device approvals, recalls, and other regulatory developments in ophthalmology.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · May 21

#ASCRS2025 presenters offered dozens of findings relevant to #Presbyopia-correcting #IntraocularLenses.

Read more: bit.ly/3SP9vCR

#IOL #Ophthalmology #EyeSky #MedSky

Presbyopia-Correcting Intraocular Lens Research in Abundance At ASCRS 2025

Presbyopia-correcting lens clinical trials and real-world research show the vast escalation of options in the US IOL market.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · May 20

A variety of research into GLP-1 RAs shows a pattern of adverse #OcularEffects, prompting recommendations for #OphthalmicEvaluations with their use.

Read here: bit.ly/3F7Fb3j

#GLP1 #EyeSky #MedSky #T2DM #OpticNeuropathy

Optic Neuropathy and Other Hidden Ocular Risks of GLP-1 RA Weight Loss Drugs

Individualized ocular characteristics should be considered before starting GLP-1 RA therapies for weight loss and diabetes management.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Apr 25

Is US Policy Failing Women?

Structural inequities in #HealthCareAccess have created disparities in #MaternalMortality in the United States.

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#MedSky #WomensHealth

Maternal Mortality: Is US Policy Failing Women?

Despite medical innovations, maternal mortality rates in the US remain high, especially compared with those of similarly wealthy countries.

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Apr 24

Ophthalmology Dx: This Little Pigment Tells The Whole Tale

A child with #PeripheralVision changes and #NightBlindness demonstrated unusual findings on #FundusAutofluorescence and #OCTImaging

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#EyeSky #MedSky

Ophthalmology Dx: This Little Pigment Tells The Whole Tale - Ophthalmology Advisor

A child with peripheral vision changes and night blindness demonstrated some unusual findings on fundus autofluorescence and OCT imaging. Can you diagnose her?

Ophthalmology Advisor @ophthalmologyadv.bsky.social · Apr 23

☔April's FDA Roundup

Here are the most recent trial findings, approvals, recalls and other notifications from the @fda.gov with regard to #Ophthalmology products.

Read more: bit.ly/40JLdPu

#MedSky #EyeSky

FDA Alerts: Ophthalmology Drug and Device Approvals

FDA alerts and updates on the latest drug and device approvals, recalls, and other regulatory developments in ophthalmology.