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5 Foods You Shouldn’t Eat After Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a common and effective procedure aimed at restoring clear vision to individuals suffering from cataracts. While the surgical process is important, post-operative care also plays a crucial role in ensuring a successful recovery. Your diet in the…
Top 10 Medical Devices in Ophthalmology
Medical technology has advanced significantly in recent years, providing numerous benefits to patients and healthcare professionals. In the field of ophthalmology, innovative medical devices have been developed that have revolutionized the way eye conditions are diagnosed and treated. Here are…
The Top 10 Advances in Contact Lens Technology
Contact lenses have come a long way since their inception in the early 1900s. From being a simple corrective device for vision problems, they have evolved into a versatile tool for addressing various eye conditions and enhancing vision. Thanks to…
The Evolution of Intraocular Lenses
Cataract is the most prevalent ophthalmic disease. Treatment of cataracts has been practiced for centuries using various surgical and nonsurgical procedures. However, avoidance of complications and attainment of high-quality postoperative visual rehabilitation were difficult in the years before the introduction…
Persistent Pupillary Membrane: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Persistent Pupillary Membrane? Persistent Pupillary Membrane (PPM) is a congenital eye condition that occurs when remnants of a fetal membrane persist in the eye beyond the usual developmental stage. During fetal development, the pupillary membrane is a normal…
Managing Glaucoma with Goniosynechialysis | OBN
What is Goniosynechialysis? Goniosynechialysis, abbreviated as GSL, is a surgical procedure used in the management of angle-closure glaucoma. This procedure involves the careful separation of abnormal adhesions or synechiae that have formed between the iris and the trabecular meshwork, which…
Sightsavers’ Eye Health Project Transforms Lives
A health project in the Morogoro and Singida regions has revealed a glimmer of hope in averting a potential national eye health crisis in Tanzania. In 2022, an estimated 8.2 million people in the country were grappling with vision loss,…
How to Deal with the Epithelial Herpetic Keratitis
Trifluridine eye drop, acyclovir (ACV) ointment, ganciclovir gel, and oral ACV are still the main therapeutic agents. Cryopreserved amniotic membrane has been recently used as an adjuvant treatment. Resistance to ACV has become a concerning issue. The animal models of…
What Is Miosis of the Eye and How to Manage It
Miosis of the eye is a condition characterized by the abnormal constriction of the pupil. This phenomenon involves a reduction in the size of the pupil, the black circular opening at the center of the eye responsible for regulating the…
Retinal Vasculitis: Causes, Symptoms and Management
Retinal vasculitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the blood vessels of the retina. This inflammation can disrupt the normal blood flow, leading to complications that may compromise visual function. Pathophysiology In retinal vasculitis, inflammatory cells such as neutrophils, macrophages, and…