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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…
What Is Doll’s Eye Reflex?
The Doll’s Eye Reflex, also known as oculocephalic reflex or vestibulo-ocular reflex, is a crucial neurological assessment tool used to evaluate brainstem function and integrity. This reflex involves the movement of the eyes in the opposite direction of head movement…
What Causes Morning Upper Eyelid Swelling
Waking up with swollen upper eyelids can be a puzzling and occasionally concerning experience. This article overviews the phenomenon of morning upper eyelid swelling, shedding light on its potential causes, implications, and how to manage it. Whether you’ve encountered this…
White Dot Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
White dot syndrome refers to a group of eye disorders characterized by the presence of white or yellowish lesions on the retina, a sensitive tissue at the back of the eye responsible for vision. These syndromes are significant in eye…
Corneal Melt: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Corneal Melt, also known as keratolysis, is a severe degenerative condition of the eye characterized by the progressive dissolution of the corneal stroma, the middle and thickest layer of the cornea. This dissolution often leads to a thinning and potential…
How to Manage Cotton Wool Spots on the Retina
What Are Cotton Wool Spots? Cotton Wool Spots (CWS) are small, white or grayish lesions on the retina—the layer of cells at the back of the eye responsible for converting light into neural signals. These spots signify local ischemia, where…