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Ophthalmology Market to Grow with a CAGR of 6.4%
According to a recent report from Data Bridge Market Research, the global ophthalmology market is predicted to experience growth during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030. The market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)…
How to diagnose Papilledema, A Swollen Optic Nerve?
Papilledema is the swelling of the optic nerve as it enters the back of the eye due to raised intracranial pressure. Fluid surrounding the brain is constantly produced and reabsorbed, maintaining just enough intracranial pressure to help protect the brain…
Researchers Develop Criteria to Diagnose Optic Neuritis
A UCL-led team of researchers has created universal criteria for identifying the blinding eye disease optic neuritis. Optic neuritis is an inflammation of the optic nerve that causes rapid and severe vision loss in approximately 6 in 100,000 people. It…
Researchers Uncover Promising Path to Vision Restoration
Researchers at the Université de Montréal have made a groundbreaking discovery that offers new hope for restoring vision in patients with degenerative retinal disease. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, was led by Michel…
Keratitis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment | OBN
What Is Keratitis? Keratitis refers to the inflammation of the cornea, which is the clear outer layer of the eye. This condition can be painful and may cause vision loss if left untreated. In this article, we will discuss the…
Shedding Light on Optic Neuritis: Causes and Treatments
What Is Optic Neuritis? Optic neuritis is a medical condition that occurs when the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, becomes inflamed. This condition can cause pain, vision loss, and other vision-related symptoms. In…
VSY Biotechnology Achieved Strong Growth in Q1 2023
VSY Biotechnology GmbH is moving towards achieving its growth targets with incremental steps. The company’s General Manager, Andreas Kühnel, evaluated the impressive Q1 2023 results of the company in the following statement: “Our net sales in the first quarter of…
Inward Turning Eyelids: A Guide to Entropion
What Is Entropion? Entropion is an eye condition where the eyelid turns inward, causing the lashes and skin to rub against the eye’s surface. This can lead to discomfort, irritation, and damage to the cornea. In this article, we will…
The Eye Pain You Can’t Ignore: Corneal Abrasions
As we focus our lenses on the future of eye care, we find ourselves blinking in astonishment at the rapid advancements. However, despite these developments, some ocular afflictions still retain their old sting. One such inconvenience that continues to cause…
Inherited Vision Loss: A Closer Look at Best Disease
Best disease, also known as vitelliform macular dystrophy, is an inherited eye disorder that affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. This disease was first described in 1905 by a German ophthalmologist named…