Mask Use and Dry Eye Syndrome: Impact of Prolonged Mask-Wearing on Ocular Health
Prolonged mask use exacerbates moderate to severe dry eye syndrome by altering tear stability and compromising their protective function, highlighting the need for ocular health considerations in mask-wearing practices.
May 2022
Impaired Retinal Microvascular Function as a Predictor of Cardiovascular Disease: Unveiling the Link
Impaired retinal microvascular function serves as a precursor to the development of symptomatic atherosclerosis and long-term adverse cardiovascular events, emphasizing the potential role of retinal imaging in cardiovascular risk assessment and management.
May 2022
Long-Term Choroidal Changes after COVID-19 Infection: Insights from Ocular Imaging Studies
Significant reduction in choroidal thickness is observed within weeks after COVID-19 infection, suggesting potential ocular manifestations of the disease and the need for long-term monitoring of ocular health in recovered patients.
March 2022
Caffeine Consumption and Risk of Glaucoma: Implications for Personalized Health Recommendations
Individuals with the highest genetic risk of glaucoma may benefit from moderating their caffeine intake, highlighting the potential interaction between genetic susceptibility and lifestyle factors in disease prevention and management.
January 2022
Microbial Keratitis: Addressing the Growing Concerns in Contact Lens Wearers
Increasing use of contact lenses in children raises concerns about microbial keratitis, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures and vigilant eye care practices to minimize the risk of sight-threatening corneal infections.
December 2021
Restoration of Visual Function through Gene Therapy: CRISPR Technology Advancements
Next-generation CRISPR technology holds promise for restoring visual and retinal function through gene therapy, offering potential therapeutic avenues for treating inherited eye diseases and improving patient outcomes.
June 2021
Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests for SARS-CoV-2: Insights into Test Performance and Clinical Utility
A viewpoint provides guidance on interpreting diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 infections, emphasizing the importance of understanding test characteristics and performance metrics in clinical decision-making and public health surveillance efforts.
January 2021
Eye Findings of COVID-19 Patients in Hubei Province, China: Insights for Ocular Manifestations
Examination of ocular manifestations in COVID-19 patients from Hubei Province, China, provides valuable data that may aid ophthalmologists and healthcare professionals in understanding the potential involvement of the eyes in the course of the disease.
December 2020
COVID-19 Transmission through the Ocular Surface: Implications for Infection Control
Infectious droplets and body fluids can contaminate the human conjunctival epithelium, highlighting the potential role of the ocular surface in SARS-CoV-2 transmission and the importance of infection control measures targeting ocular secretions.
October 2020
