Eye Care News

Researchers have for the first time identified stem cells in the region of the optic nerve, which transmits signals from the eye to the brain. The finding presents a new theory on why the most common form of glaucoma may develop and provides potential to treat a leading cause of blindness.

The inflammatory molecule interleukin-17A (IL-17A) triggers immune cells that in turn reduce IL-17A’s pro-inflammatory activity, according to a new study.

Researchers have, for the first time, acquired optical coherence tomography (OCT) images of the curved layers of a person’s cornea with cell-level detail and a large viewing area. The new OCT instrument enables improved monitoring of eye diseases as well as general health conditions such as diabetes, which alter the density of nerves in the cornea.

Lego could be used as a practical tool to train doctors in anaesthetic skills according to new research that has shown a simple task using the building bricks can help improve technical skills – a finding that could improve medical training and patient safety.

A team of researchers has used 3D micro-printing to develop the world’s smallest, flexible scope for looking inside blood vessels.

This case report details a patient who was diagnosed with myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibody-associated optic neuritis and myelitis and COVID-19.

This week, a familiar name tops the annual list of best ophthalmology hospitals, a small study suggests vitamin B3 could improve visual function among glaucomatous eyes and Santen gains rights to a blepharoptosis drug outside of the United States.

This prospective, longitudinal study assessed whether anterior chamber inflammation affects the corneal endothelium in children.

This study is the first to report the clinical features of glaucoma associated with a TANK binding kinase (TBK1) gene duplication.

The NIH announced the appointment of Michael Chiang, MD, as director of the National Eye Institute (NEI).