Once touted as the most toxic poison known, Clostridium botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) has revolutionised the treatment of a broad array of periocular diseases. Its efficacy and low risk mean it is now one of the most frequently used medications in ophthalmic plastic surgery1.
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Ocular melanoma, including choroidal, iris, and conjunctival types, is rare but serious. Early detection by optometrists and ophthalmologists through
Inherited retinal disorders (IRDs) comprise a heterogeneous group of diseases characterised by diverse modes of inheritance, including autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, X-linked (recessive and dominant), mitochondrial inheritance and less common patterns, such as pseudodominance. This genetic
Eye on Ophthalmology takes a look into alternatives to frequent intravitreal injections.
As primary eyecare providers, we are likely to come across many lesions in the periocular area. It is important to have a simple and systematic approach to dealing with these during examination.
Introduction Uveitis encompasses a diverse group of inflammatory disorders affecting the uveal tract (iris, ciliary body, choroid) and adjacent structures such as the retina, vitreous, and optic nerve
Johnson and Johnson Vision’s (J&Js) breakthrough soft contact lens for myopia control, Acuvue Abiliti 1-Day, newly released data reveals over 55% of treated eyes showed no clinically meaningful myopia