American journal of ophthalmology
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To report poliosis as a side effect associated with topical prostaglandin F(2alpha) (PGF(2alpha)) analogs. ⋯ Poliosis is a possible adverse effect of topical PGF(2alpha) analog therapy which is previously unreported. Topical PGF(2alpha) analog therapy should be included in the differential diagnosis of patients with poliosis.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
A randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial of docosahexaenoic acid supplementation for X-linked retinitis pigmentosa.
Low docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP) may influence retinal function. The goals of this study were to elevate blood DHA levels and determine the effect on the rate of disease progression. ⋯ Although DHA-supplemented patients had significantly elevated mean RBC-DHA levels, the rate of cone ERG functional loss was not significantly different between groups. Supplemental analyses provided evidence for a DHA benefit and a direction for subsequent investigations.
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Case Reports
Hypertrichosis of vellus hairs of the malar region after unilateral treatment with bimatoprost.
To report hypertrichosis and increased pigmentation of vellus hairs of the malar region associated with topical bimatoprost usage. ⋯ Increased hair growth in the malar region can be an early side effect of topical use of ocular bimatoprost.
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Comparative Study
Screening for sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy: comparison of fundus photography with automated color contrast threshold test.
To compare tritan contrast threshold (TCT) with fundus photography in screening for sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy (STDR), before significant visual loss. ⋯ The TCT assessment is an effective and clinically viable technique, in comparison with fundus photography, to screen for STDR among a diabetic population. Additionally, our results also showed that combining the TCT test with fundus photography greatly increases the performance of screening for STDR.
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Case Reports
Three cases of intraocular foreign bodies as a result of walking or running along roadways.
To report three cases of intraocular foreign bodies resulting from walking or running along roadways. ⋯ We hypothesize these intraocular foreign bodies were projected from the road surface with sufficient energy to penetrate the globe. Intraocular foreign bodies may result from simply walking or running along roadways.