Study Finds Anti-VEGF Therapy Safer Before Steroids for Retinal Vein Occlusion

In results from a new study that was presented at EURETINA, Aflibercept and ranibizumab were found to be safer than dexamethasone intravitreal implants for the treatment of central retinal vein occlusion.

First patient receives potential new treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

A pioneering trial of a new treatment derived from stem cells for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has commenced at Moorfields Eye Hospital following a successful operation on a patient.

Mediterranean Diet May Prevent Diabetic Retinopathy

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The Mediterranean diet may protect against diabetic retinopathy, according to a study published in Diabetes Care.

When do you recommend eye exam for a child with type 1 diabetes?

A new study suggests that the occurrence of advanced forms of a diabetic eye disease remains low among children living with diabetes, regardless of how long they have had the disease or their ability to keep blood sugar levels controlled. Researchers are therefore recommending that most children with type 1 diabetes delay annual diabetic retinopathy screenings until age 15, or 5 years after their diabetes diagnosis, whichever occurs later.