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Treatment for rare genetic cause of sudden vision loss approved following clinical trial
A novel treatment for Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), a rare genetic disease that can lead to sudden loss of vision, has been approved for NHS patients following a successful clinical trial co-led by UCL and Moorfields ...
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Study finds laser correction for short-sightedness is safe and effective for older teenagers
A major study of laser correction for short-sightedness shows that the procedure is as safe and effective in older teenagers as it is in adults, according to research presented at the 43rd Congress of the European Society ...
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Dry eyes affect over half the general population, yet only a fifth receive diagnosis and treatment
Dry eyes can cause significant discomfort, and the symptoms become more common as we age. However, until now, it was unclear what proportion of the population suffered from the condition, with estimates ranging from 5–50%.
Sep 14, 2025
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Patients who had cataracts removed or eyesight corrected with a new type of lens have good vision over all distances
Patients who have a new type of lens implanted in their eyes during surgery for cataracts or to correct their eyesight have excellent or good vision over distances both near and far, and often no longer need spectacles for ...
Sep 14, 2025
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Some patients could use special eye drops instead of reading glasses as they age, researcher says
Everybody develops presbyopia as they age—a difficulty in focusing on near objects and text—and often must resort to reading glasses. However, the solution might be as simple as using special eye drops two or three times ...
Sep 14, 2025
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AI can spot which patients need treatment to prevent vision loss in young adults
Researchers have successfully used artificial intelligence (AI) to predict which patients need treatment to stabilize their corneas and preserve their eyesight, in a study presented at the 43rd Congress of the European Society ...
Sep 13, 2025
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Cataract surgery on both eyes can be carried out safely and effectively in one go, studies indicate
The results of two new studies show that it can be safe, effective and practical for most patients to have cataract surgery on both eyes in one day. Both studies were presented at the 43rd Congress of the European Society ...
Sep 11, 2025
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Blue, green, brown, or something in between—the science of eye color explained
You're introduced to someone and your attention catches on their eyes. They might be a rich, earthy brown, a pale blue, or the rare green that shifts with every flicker of light. Eyes have a way of holding us, of sparking ...
Sep 11, 2025
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How early brain structure primes itself to learn efficiently
Vision happens when patterns of light entering the eye are converted into reliable patterns of brain activity. This reliability allows the brain to recognize the same object each time it is seen. Our brains, however, are ...
Sep 10, 2025
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New imaging approach simplifies retina exams by enabling digital refocusing
Eye exams are an essential tool for detecting diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration, which together account for much of the world's vision loss. A key part of this process is ...
Sep 10, 2025
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First global medical AI foundation model drives 100-country research collaboration
A global research consortium of over 100 study groups in more than 65 countries has launched the Global RETFound initiative, a collaborative effort to develop the first globally representative Artificial Intelligence (AI) ...
Sep 9, 2025
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AI scans accurately detect diabetic eye disease in Australian trial
A new Australian study has found that an automated AI camera can accurately detect diabetic eye disease with more than 93% accuracy in non-eye care settings.
Sep 3, 2025
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Smart eye patch uses fluorescence to monitor eye health
A research team has used multi-emission metal organic framework hydrogel (Eu-Dy MOF gel) to construct a noninvasive wearable eye patch fluorescence sensor, combined with the color recognition function of a smartphone to analyze ...
Aug 29, 2025
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Retinitis pigmentosa mouse models reflect pathobiology of human RP59
Retinitis pigmentosa retinal degeneration is caused by a family of hereditary mutations in nearly 100 genes that slowly lead to blindness over years or decades.
Aug 29, 2025
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Injectable obesity medications associated with reduced risk for eye inflammation
Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute researchers have identified a potential association between the use of GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) therapy and a reduced risk of non-infectious uveitis, a type of eye inflammation.
Aug 28, 2025
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Reimagining vision: Redefining eye treatment for a healthier future
Kruti Naik, a Ph.D. candidate in ocular drug delivery at the Wits Advanced Drug Delivery Platform (WADDP) at Wits University, could change the way eye infections and conditions are treated. Eye drops are the go-to treatment, ...
Aug 28, 2025
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'Eye-on-a-chip' reveals trigger for steroid-induced glaucoma
The eye, like most organs, has an intricate plumbing system. Pressure builds when drainage is impaired, and this condition—glaucoma—can cause irreversible vision loss. Certain popular anti-inflammatory eye medications ...
Aug 27, 2025
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Early signs of Alzheimer's could soon be spotted through routine eye exams
Within the next few years, doctors may be able to spot signs of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias using routine eye exams well before symptoms appear, a new study suggests.
Aug 26, 2025
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Q&A: Altered lipid metabolism as a possible culprit in age-related vision loss
When we think of the age-old adage about getting old, "What new ache or pain will each new day bring?" we often imagine ailments such as joint or bone pain, a hyperactive bladder, or even memory loss, but Kevin Schey, Stevenson ...
Aug 25, 2025
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Natural molecule discovery could help glaucoma patients
Findings could lead to earlier detection and treatment for those suffering from the serious eye condition.
Aug 20, 2025
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Diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help ward off shortsightedness in children
A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, found predominantly in fish oils, may help ward off the development of shortsightedness (myopia) in children, while a high intake of saturated fats, found in foods such as butter, palm ...
Aug 19, 2025
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Uniquely shaped microstent developed to combat glaucoma
A team of researchers at the University of Oxford have unveiled a pioneering "microstent" which could revolutionize treatment for glaucoma, a common but debilitating condition. The study has been published in The Innovation.
Aug 19, 2025
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How seeing the new color 'olo' opens the realm of vision science
UC Berkeley scientists tricked the eye into seeing "the greenest green" they'd ever seen. They say it could transform how we understand and treat eye diseases, and expand the way we see the world around us.
Aug 19, 2025
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An alternative to LASIK—without the lasers
Millions of Americans have altered vision, ranging from blurriness to blindness. But not everyone wants to wear prescription glasses or contact lenses. Accordingly, hundreds of thousands of people undergo corrective eye surgery ...
Aug 18, 2025
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Just one hour a day of social media scrolling on your smartphone can cause eye strain
Gazing at smartphone screens for even one hour a day can cause digital eye strain, especially when scrolling through social media. According to a new study published in the Journal of Eye Movement Research, it is not just ...
