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The article offers information on the Ophthalmology Times EyeCon conference to be held in Florida on December 1-2, 2023.

The article discusses conjunctivitis among animals and the systemic diseases that it signals to be possessed by the animals. It mentions the diagnostic tests that are associated with conjunctivities in animals including the measurement of tear levels with a Schirmer tear test and tonometry for the assessment of intraocular pressure. It adds that conjunctivitis among cats may signal the presence of feline herpesvirus.

The article suggests that adopting a healthy lifestyle may help prevent progression of glaucoma, according to Doctor Alyson Hall. Topics discussed include impact of diet on glaucoma, importance of keeping the blood pressure within the normal range, and how exercising helps decrease glaucoma progression and enhance patients' quality of life.

The article discusses the techniques for a pediatric eye examination. These include building a rapport with the young patient and his family and setting a relaxed tone to reassure the younger patients, having the child sit in a different seat or sit on the floor when reading an eye chart and increasing the children's participation in their medical care commensurate with their age.

The article reports on the evaluation made by a panel of ophthalmologists regarding the 150 statements of patients treated with primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) in Wilson, Maryland. After evaluating and assessing the data gathered, they reached a consensus agreement or consensus disagreement with the majority of statements. These results were published in two papers in the March 2008 issue of the "American Journal of Ophthalmology" to inform clinicians of the recommended practice patterns.

The article reviews a study that developed an implantable device for 24-hour monitoring of intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma patients through wireless communication systems. Topics include a study funding grant from SOLX to Purdue University scientists led by Dr. Eric Chow for creating a high-frequency transmitter integrated circuit (IC) encapsulated in titanium and liquid crystal polymers (LCP). Analysis indicated safety outcomes with device implanted between choroid and sclera layers.

The article discusses 2019 research studies on the use of tonometry to check and guide intraocular pressure (IOP) adjustment after cataract surgery in patients. It states that a topical corticosteroid can be given postoperatively, and that adjunctive non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) treatment is needed to reduce cystoid macular edema (CME) risk in diabetic patients. Also noted is the recommended NSAID use in cases where there is risk for CME.

The article presents a study on the relationship between large reductions in Intraocular Pressure (IOP) and disease progression, prevention, treatment, and the quality of life to glaucoma patients. It is designed whether glaucoma can be better treated by topical medication or surgery. The Collaborative Initial Glaucoma Treatment Study (CIGTS) showed that lowering IOP can prevent vision loss, surgery was an effective first-line treatment and had an important findings on the quality of life.

The article presents a discussion of the effect of orbital and adnexal anatomy and pathology on intraocular pressure (IOP) and its measurement as well as planning of glaucoma surgery, adapted from the author's presentation at the Glaucoma Symposium CME during the 2018 Glaucoma 360 meeting. Topics mentioned include the orbital pathologies that are linked to increased IOP including thyroid eye disease, and the features and management of prostaglandin associated periorbitopathy (PAP).

The article presents a discussion of the latest devices for measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) that ophthalmologists can choose from, adapted from Dr. Yvonne Buys' presentation during Glaucoma Subspecialty Day at the 2017 meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Topics covered include the Goldmann applanation tonometer as the gold standard to measure IOP, an overview of tonometer technology, and the strengths and weaknesses of the latest devices.

The article features the updated Icare ic100 tonometer launched by medical instrument manufacturer Icare U.S.A.

The article examines the outlook for Teleglaucoma or the evaluation, diagnosis and management of glaucoma out of the clinic and directly to the patients. Dr. Ying Han of the University of Calfornia San Francisco provides insight on the availability and efficacy of tools developed to assess glaucoma at home and low confidence in doctors' ability to make decisions based on image alone. Also mentioned are non-clinical issues that need to be addressed such as reimbursement and state licensure.

The article discusses the improving assistance provided by intraoperative imaging technologies on toric intraocular lens (IOL) alignment and centration, wound/astigmatic keratotomy placement in cataract surgery to lessen potential errors. Topics covered include the Zeiss Callisto, Alcon Verion, TrueVision, and Ora System instrumentation technology platforms. Also noted is the surgery enhancement afforded by intraoperative real-time appreciation of the status of individual patients.

The article discusses a 2019 research update on the Triggerfish contact lens sensor (CLS) which shows that it may be able to identify glaucoma patients who are at greater risk of faster progression. Topics covered the mechanics of the device, and its measurement of a patient's intraocular pressure (IOP). Also noted are other studies which show that models with Triggerfish parameters indicate larger and faster IOP fluctuations for patients with a progressive disease.

The article explains how the collaboration between retina and glaucoma specialist benefit glaucoma patients in terms of care and treatment. It discusses findings from a meta-analysis on different drugs that cause ocular hypertension at different rates, as well as the risk factors for significant intraocular pressure (IOP) elevation including smaller gage needles, and the link between open-angle glaucoma and rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.

The article explores Goldmann applanation tonometry as the standard of care for measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with glaucoma. It notes dynamic contour tonometry developed in an attempt to measure IOP without influence from central corneal thickness or hysteresis, citing the Pascal Ziemer DCT tonometer which properly employ the principles of DCT. The author believes that all methods of IOP measurements have their limits.

The article describes rebound tonometry (RT) and discusses its use to measure intraocular pressure (IOP) in children. Topics mentioned include the advantages of RT over other screening tools including Goldman applanation and Tono-pen, and its benefits for ophthalmologists and patients including low cost and ease of use.

The article discusses a study on how the use of novel correcting applanation tonometry surface (CATS) prism can influence clinical decision making. The CATS prism received 510(k) clearance in March 2018. It differs from a standard Goldmann applanation tonometer prism by its shaped contact surface. CATs prism inventor Sean McCafferty, M.D., plans future studies to assess the accuracy of the CATS prism in pediatric eyes.

The article discusses a 2018 study which suggests that using intraoperative wavefront aberrometry for toric intraocular lens (IOL) power selection could improve the refractive outcome in a large subset of eyes. Topics covered include the similar residual astigmatism prediction errors for both techniques, and the intraoperative wavefront aberrometry's lower prediction error for implanted toric power than the toric IOL calculator. Also noted is the still open debate on the former's usefulness.

The article previews several technologies for glaucoma management, which includes the medical care mobile device solutions from CheckedUp, the eye-implanted wireless devices from AcuMEMS and the more accurate tonometry technology from Icare USA.

The article discusses the use of central corneal thickness (CCT) in glaucoma screening and clinical management strategies. James D. Brandt, professor of ophthalmology at University of California-Davis's Glaucoma Service UC Davis Eye Center, indicates the capability of CCT to identify high-risk individuals. He suggests the need for clinicians to use the glaucoma risk calculators that incorporate CCT.

The article focuses on the measurement of corneal hysteresis (CH) which may be a key parameter in predicting glaucomatous damage. Physician C. Gustavo De Moraes emphasizes the link between treated primary open-angle glaucoma with asymmetry of non-contact applanation tonometry parameters. Moreover, it mentions that CH is a parameter which is linked with the corneal biomechanical properties.

The article focuses on the development of technologies for glaucoma diagnosis. Speaking at the Southern Congress of Optometry International annual meeting, Murray Fingeret claimed that traditional tools remain the standard despite the expansion of technologies for the evaluation and management of glaucoma. Fingeret argued that newer tonometry instruments serve as adjuncts but are still optional. Among the methods discussed are the Goldmann applanation tonometry (GAT), pachymetry and the Swedish Interactive Threshold Algorithm (SITA).

The article describes the benefits and applications of tonometry technology compared with the existing Goldmann tonometry for more accurate intraocular pressure measurement in post-LASIK eyes. Several instruments include Goldmann applanation tonometry, the Pascal Dynamic Contour Tonometer SMT Swiss Microtechnology and the Ocular Response Analyzer.

Describes the dependence of Goldmann tonometry on central corneal thickness. Details on the approach to intraocular pressure (IOP); Development of a method of measuring IOP independently of corneal thickness; Assessment of the risk of conversion from ocular hypertension to glaucoma.

Reports that steroid-induced glaucoma syndrome after laser assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) may go undetected using applanation tonometry due to faulty readings caused by interface fluid developing between the flap and stromal bed. Reason the syndrome must be detected early and treated appropriately; Diagnosis of the syndrome that ophthalmologists should consider; Overview of a case in which a 31-year-old man had undergone bilateral LASIK and developed diffuse lamelar keratitis.

Reports that intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements using Goldmann applanation tonometry after photorefractive keratoplasty (PRK) to treat myopia may not reflect the true IOP measurement if the reading is taken from the central cornea. Accuracy of IOP measurements taken from the peripheral cornea; Minimizing the extraocular muscle compression of the globes.

Responds to physicians' questions about tonometry. Question on whether doctors can bill for serial tonometry when a visit or evaluation and management service is furnished on the same day; Billing for serial tonometry; Diagnoses that indicate the need for serial tonometry.

The article discusses several devices evaluated by Dr. L. Jay Katz of Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for ambulatory intraocular pressure measurement for glaucoma management. Topics mentioned include a home tonometry device developed by a Finland company, two different versions of ambulatory IOP systems being developed by medical device firm Implandata Ophthalmic Products GmbH, and wireless sensor systems from medical device company AcuMEMS.

The article offers ophthalmology news briefs as of January 15, 2013. Bausch & Lomb Inc. has acquired an exclusive global license to a novel technology for treatment of ocular redness. Haag-Streit USA Inc. has announced the launch of a new division Haag-Streit Surgical for marketing a line of surgical microscopes in the U.S. Oculus Corvis ST, a non-contact tonometer and optical pachymeter from Oculus Optikgerate GmbH, has received approval of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The article focuses on technological developments in the measurement and monitoring of intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma patients. The author explains that although the Goldmann tonometry has been the reliable tool for optometrists, its limitations and better understanding of glaucoma have paved the way for improved measuring methods. The article also discusses several technologies which include ocular response analyzer, rebound tonometry, and dynamic contour tonometer.

The article focuses on the Goldman applanation tonometry (GAT), a device considered to be the gold standard in measuring intraocular eye pressure (IOP) and the Ocular Response Analyzer (ORA) the measures IOP compensated for corneal effect (IOPcc). A cross-sectional review comparing the sensitivity and specificity of detecting glaucoma using GAR and IOPcc is offered. Study shows that when using the GAT tension of 21 millimeter hectogram, only 47% of the eyes with glaucoma could be captured.

The article provides updates on the increase in elderly population in the U.S. which eventually increase the prevalence of glaucoma. With this, comorbid medical conditions and a projected undersupply of ophthalmologists will complicate management of glaucoma patients. It has been mentioned that the most common comorbidity in glaucoma patients is dry eye or dysfunctional tear syndrome. Issues concerning treatment for glaucoma patients with coexisting dysfunctional tear syndrome are addressed.

The article provides information on the result of the study concerning central corneal thickness (CCT). According to the study, CCT has borne an inverse relationship with the risk of developing glaucoma, but it is not correlated with the risk of glaucoma progression. Accordingly, it reveals that new tonometry technology may help clinicians achieve more accurate intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements.

Focuses on the Goldmann applanation tonometry procedure for IOP measurement in postPRK eyes. Comparison of postPRK IOP measurements; Significance of the study.

Presents a study on the reliability of intraocular pressure measurements following PRK to correct myopia using Goldmann applanation tonometry. Absence of difference between preoperative and postoperative IOP measurements in the untreated eyes; Suggested formula for correcting tonometric readings.