Fuchs’ endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) was first described in 1910 by Ernst Fuchs and is the most common posterior corneal dystrophy. FECD is a progressive dysfunction of the corneal endothelium that may eventually result in corneal oedema and reduced vision.
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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
Submacular haemorrhage (SMH) is a vision-threatening complication most often seen in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). Other causes include choroidal neovascular membranes secondary to pathological myopia; choroiditis; angioid streaks or choroidal rupture; retinal artery macro-ane
