Ophthalmology
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Previous studies had reported an increased prevalence of glaucoma in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, the risk of open-angle glaucoma (OAG) among patients with OSA remains unclear. Using a nationwide, population-based dataset in Taiwan, this study aimed to examine the prevalence and risk of OAG among patients with OSA during a 5-year follow-up period after a diagnosis of OSA. ⋯ The authors have no proprietary or commercial interest in any of the materials discussed in this article.
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To assess the value of enhanced depth imaging optical coherence tomography (EDI OCT) in diagnosing and evaluating optic nerve head drusen (ONHD) compared with conventional diagnostic methods. ⋯ Enhanced depth imaging OCT detects lesions likely representing ONHD more often and better assesses their shape and structure than conventional tests.
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To develop and validate a predictive model to estimate the probability of being nonadherent to topical glaucoma medications. ⋯ The TDA-derived predictive model for nonadherence performed well in an independent population. A risk scoring system was developed using demographic data and patient responses to 4 questions to provide an estimate of the probability of being nonadherent.
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To identify common perceptions and ideas about preparation and planning for retirement of chairs of academic departments of ophthalmology, determining areas of particular stress and proposing ways to better prepare for retirement. ⋯ Retirement is a source of stress for many ophthalmology department chairs and many indicate financial preparation is their major concern. Despite this, the major reason for putting off retirement is a desire to keep active. Developing a retirement plan eases stress and engenders a feeling of confidence about the future.
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The aim of this study was to show the clinical data of long-term (3-year) follow-up of 5 patients affected by Leber congenital amaurosis type 2 (LCA2) treated with a single unilateral injection of adeno-associated virus AAV2-hRPE65v2. ⋯ Proprietary or commercial disclosure may be found after the references.