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Incidence and Risk Factors for Progression of Pachychoroid Subtype: A Comprehensive Review
Clinical Updatesneovascularizationpachychoroid

Incidence and Risk Factors for Progression of Pachychoroid Subtype: A Comprehensive Review

By MedXY|Aug 17, 2026

This review synthesizes evidence on the incidence and risk factors for progression within pachychoroid subtypes, highlighting diagnostic stability, factors predictive of neovascularization, and implications for clinical management.

Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Anti-VEGF versus Laser Photocoagulation for Retinopathy of Prematurity: Insights from a Comprehensive Review by the American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Anti-VEGF versus Laser Photocoagulation for Retinopathy of Prematurity: Insights from a Comprehensive Review by the American Academy of Ophthalmology

By MedXY|Aug 17, 2026

This review synthesizes current evidence on neurodevelopmental outcomes after treating retinopathy of prematurity with anti-VEGF injections versus laser photocoagulation, finding no significant differences in long-term cognitive or developm

Baseline Deep Capillary Plexus Ischemia as a Superior Predictor of Early Diabetic Retinopathy Complications Relative to Foveal Avascular Zone Enlargement
Clinical UpdatesDeep capillary plexusOCTA

Baseline Deep Capillary Plexus Ischemia as a Superior Predictor of Early Diabetic Retinopathy Complications Relative to Foveal Avascular Zone Enlargement

By MedXY|Aug 17, 2026

Deep capillary plexus ischemia quantified by geometric perfusion deficit predicts earlier and higher risk of diabetic retinopathy complications than foveal avascular zone enlargement, underscoring GPDd’s clinical utility as a biomarke

Temporal Dynamics of Valacyclovir Prophylaxis in Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus: Insights from the Zoster Eye Disease Study
Infectious DiseasesIritisHerpes Zoster Ophthalmicus

Temporal Dynamics of Valacyclovir Prophylaxis in Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus: Insights from the Zoster Eye Disease Study

By MedXY|Aug 17, 2026

This analysis of the ZEDS trial suggests that valacyclovir prophylaxis offers temporally localized protection against recurrent ocular inflammation in herpes zoster ophthalmicus, supporting one-year suppressive therapy despite non-significa

Refractive Outcomes and Predictive Accuracy of IOL Power Formulas in Yamane Intrascleral Fixation
newsIntraocular LensIOL Power Calculation

Refractive Outcomes and Predictive Accuracy of IOL Power Formulas in Yamane Intrascleral Fixation

By MedXY|Aug 13, 2026

A comparative evaluation of third-generation and modern IOL power calculation formulas reveals consistent hyperopic shifts post-Yamane intrascleral fixation, with optimized constants yielding comparable refractive predictability across form

Efficacy and Safety of Dual-Sided Composite Defocus Spectacles for Pediatric Myopia Control: A Comprehensive Evidence Review
Clinical Updatesdual-sided composite defocusmyopia control

Efficacy and Safety of Dual-Sided Composite Defocus Spectacles for Pediatric Myopia Control: A Comprehensive Evidence Review

By MedXY|Aug 13, 2026

This review synthesizes evidence on dual-sided composite defocus (DSCD) spectacle lenses, demonstrating significant myopia progression reduction and axial elongation control in children, contextualized within broader spectacle-based interve

Comparative Performance of Four AI Systems for Detecting Referable Diabetic Retinopathy in Tanzania: A Real-World Evaluation
AIlow-resource settingsretinopathy đái tháo đường

Comparative Performance of Four AI Systems for Detecting Referable Diabetic Retinopathy in Tanzania: A Real-World Evaluation

By MedXY|Aug 12, 2026

This study evaluates four commercially available AI systems for diabetic retinopathy screening in Tanzania, demonstrating high sensitivity for referable and proliferative DR and highlighting considerations for implementation in low-resource

PRISM Framework: A Comprehensive Staging System for Open-Angle Glaucoma and Risk Stratification
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PRISM Framework: A Comprehensive Staging System for Open-Angle Glaucoma and Risk Stratification

By MedXY|Aug 11, 2026

This article presents the PRISM model, a unified glaucoma classification integrating risk profiling, structural imaging, functional testing, and disease progression to enhance diagnosis and inform treatment strategies for open-angle glaucom

Predicting Progression in Intermediate AMD: The Crucial Role of Ellipsoid Zone Integrity and Quantitative OCT Biomarkers
newsEllipsoid zoneAtrophic AMD

Predicting Progression in Intermediate AMD: The Crucial Role of Ellipsoid Zone Integrity and Quantitative OCT Biomarkers

By MedXY|Aug 11, 2026

Quantitative OCT biomarkers, especially ellipsoid zone integrity and hyperreflective foci, strongly predict 2-year progression from intermediate to advanced atrophic AMD, offering potential for early risk stratification and targeted interve

Optimizing IOL Power Calculation After Myopic Laser Vision Correction: Insights from a Multicenter Evaluation of 14 Formulas with Posterior Corneal Curvature Consideration
newsMyopic Laser Vision CorrectionIntraocular Lens

Optimizing IOL Power Calculation After Myopic Laser Vision Correction: Insights from a Multicenter Evaluation of 14 Formulas with Posterior Corneal Curvature Consideration

By MedXY|Aug 10, 2026

This large multicenter study demonstrates that modern intraocular lens power formulas, particularly those incorporating posterior corneal curvature, provide superior refractive prediction accuracy in eyes with prior myopic laser vision corr

Identifying Risk Factors for Progression from Primary Angle Closure Suspect to Primary Angle Closure: Insights from the ANA-LIS Trial
newsanterior segment imagingplateau iris

Identifying Risk Factors for Progression from Primary Angle Closure Suspect to Primary Angle Closure: Insights from the ANA-LIS Trial

By MedXY|Aug 10, 2026

This post hoc analysis of the ANA-LIS trial elucidates key anterior segment anatomical and clinical predictors—including baseline intraocular pressure and plateau iris configuration—that increase the risk of progression from primary angle c

Crowded Optic Discs and Risk Stratification of NAION in GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Users: Insights from a Large Multicenter Study
Diabetes & Endocrinologycup-to-disc ratioNAION

Crowded Optic Discs and Risk Stratification of NAION in GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Users: Insights from a Large Multicenter Study

By MedXY|Aug 10, 2026

This large multicenter study reveals that nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) patients exposed to GLP-1 receptor agonists exhibit similar optic disc crowding compared to nonexposed patients, with smaller cup-to-disc rati

Bridging the Gap: Understanding and Reducing Diagnostic Delays in Childhood Onset Uveitis
newsprimary caresocioeconomic factors

Bridging the Gap: Understanding and Reducing Diagnostic Delays in Childhood Onset Uveitis

By MedXY|Aug 6, 2026

This nationwide UK study identifies key factors contributing to delayed diagnosis in childhood non-infectious uveitis, underscoring the need for improved primary care awareness and streamlined referral pathways to prevent vision-threatening

Global Axial Length Centile Charts: A New Reference for Myopia Management in Children and Adolescents
newspediatric ophthalmologyglobal health

Global Axial Length Centile Charts: A New Reference for Myopia Management in Children and Adolescents

By MedXY|Aug 6, 2026

New region- and sex-specific axial length centile charts provide vital reference values for myopia monitoring and management in children, highlighting regional differences and supporting targeted interventions against rising myopia rates.

Systemic Interleukin-6 Inhibition as a Novel Approach to Reduce Diabetic Retinopathy Risk and Progression
Diabetes & EndocrinologyInterleukin-6Bệnh lý võng mạc

Systemic Interleukin-6 Inhibition as a Novel Approach to Reduce Diabetic Retinopathy Risk and Progression

By MedXY|Aug 6, 2026

Systemic IL-6 inhibitors are linked to significantly reduced risks of diabetic retinopathy development, progression, and vision-threatening complications, suggesting therapeutic potential for diabetic eye disease.

Evaluating the Risk of Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy with GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Type 2 Diabetes: Insights from a Swedish Nationwide Cohort Study
Diabetes & EndocrinologyGLP-1 receptor agoniststype 2 diabetes

Evaluating the Risk of Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy with GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Type 2 Diabetes: Insights from a Swedish Nationwide Cohort Study

By MedXY|Aug 5, 2026

A large Swedish cohort study assesses whether glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists increase the risk of anterior ischemic optic neuropathy in type 2 diabetes. Although a borderline elevated relative risk was observed, absolute incidenc

One-Year Tumor Volume Regression as a Predictor of Survival in I-125 Plaque Brachytherapy for Posterior Uveal Melanoma
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One-Year Tumor Volume Regression as a Predictor of Survival in I-125 Plaque Brachytherapy for Posterior Uveal Melanoma

By MedXY|Aug 4, 2026

Tumor volume regression at one year post-I-125 plaque brachytherapy significantly predicts overall survival in posterior uveal melanoma, with intermediate regression showing the best outcomes.

Unveiling XXYLT1 as a Novel Mendelian Gene in Inherited Retinal Dystrophy: Insights from an Integrated GWAS Approach
newsXXYLT1inherited retinal dystrophy

Unveiling XXYLT1 as a Novel Mendelian Gene in Inherited Retinal Dystrophy: Insights from an Integrated GWAS Approach

By MedXY|Aug 4, 2026

A genome-wide association study in Finnish and UK cohorts identifies XXYLT1 as a novel gene implicated in Mendelian inherited retinal dystrophy, expanding genetic understanding and clinical diagnostic tools for this blinding condition.

Determinants of Endothelial Cell Density One Year After DMEK: Insights from the Diabetes Endothelial Keratoplasty Study
newsFuchs endothelial corneal dystrophyDMEK

Determinants of Endothelial Cell Density One Year After DMEK: Insights from the Diabetes Endothelial Keratoplasty Study

By MedXY|Aug 4, 2026

This analysis from the DEKS trial identifies donor endothelial damage, recipient diagnosis, and intraoperative complications as key factors influencing endothelial cell density at one year post-DMEK, highlighting the importance of donor tis

Addressing Critical Barriers to Corneal Cross-Linking in US Keratoconus Care: Navigating the Transition from Photrexa® to Epioxa™
newscorneal cross-linkingFDA approval

Addressing Critical Barriers to Corneal Cross-Linking in US Keratoconus Care: Navigating the Transition from Photrexa® to Epioxa™

By MedXY|Aug 2, 2026

This article examines disparities in access to corneal cross-linking (CXL) for keratoconus patients in the US, highlighting challenges posed by high costs, insurance limitations, and the transition from Photrexa® to Epioxa™.

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