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Background:
Uveitis is a potentially blinding complication of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Treatment remains a substantial challenge, even though the use of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α-antagonists has improved visual outcomes substantially. Among these agents, adalimumab has been recently
Dry eye is a multi-factorial disease that is frequently encountered in ophthalmological practice. Common dry eye symptoms include eye irritation, heaviness of the eyelids, blurred vision and light sensitivity. The worldwide prevalence of dry eye is generally high. In Asia, dry eye may affect up to
meningitis is a notifiable disease in many countries, the exact incidence rate is unknown. In 2013 meningitis resulted in 303,000 deaths - down from 464,000 deaths in 1990. In 2010 it was estimated that meningitis resulted in 420,000 deaths, excluding cryptococcal meningitis.
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1. introduction 1.1 Overview of myopia and high myopia Myopia is the most common eye disease in the world . Among them, the incidence and prevalence of myopia are highest in developed countries and regions in East and Southeast Asia. It is predicted that by 2050, global myopia patients would reach 5
Ocular GVHD (oGVHD) is a common complication that occurs in 40-60% of patients who have undergone allogeneic bone marrow transplants. Driven by inflammation, oGVHD can result in damage to the ocular surface and tear-producing glands, which over time significantly diminishes quality of life and
The secondary objective of this study will be: (i) evaluation of the improvement of side effects due to HLA-B27 associated uveitis such as intraocular pressure (IOP), cystoid macular edema, keratophaty and synechia (ii) evaluation of the improvement in uveitis-related symptoms: BCVA and symptoms
INTRODUCTION
Pseudoexfoliation (PXF) is a pathology characterized by the accumulation of extracellular microfibrillar material in the anterior segment of the eye. It was first described by Lindberg in Finland in 1917 and is the most common identifiable cause of glaucoma. It is diagnosed clinically
Myopia onset earlier in children who would suffer a high degree of myopia in the future adulthood.and higher risk for retinal detachment, macular degeneration, and even blindness. In Taiwan, myopia macular degeneration is the first place of irreversible blind cause in the elderly. The evidence based
In order to investigate the relation between meibomian gland massage outcomes and signs and symptoms of dry eye, randomized prospective study will be conducted. Patients, who arrive to Barzilai Medical Center out patients' clinic, are diagnosed with MGD 2-3 and signed informed consent form shall be
Introduction:
Dry eye disease (DED) is a common eye condition causing burden on visual function and reducing quality of life and work productivity. DED is a tear film disorder resulting in hyperosmolarity of tear film and inflammation of ocular surface that results in symptoms of discomfort, visual
Cystinosis is a rare, multisystem genetic disorder characterized by the accumulation of an amino acid called cystine in different tissues and organs of the body including the kidneys, eyes, muscles, liver, pancreas and brain. Generally, Cystinosis is broken down into three different forms known as
Uveitis represents a heterogeneous group of diseases that results from ocular inflammatory reaction involving ocular tissue and vasculature. The inflammation usually causes pain, redness, photophobia and blurred vision.
H.P Acthar Gel stimulate the adrenal cortex to secrete cortisol. Additionally
Vitamin D as adjuvant to subcutaneous specific immunotherapy in patients with allergic rhinitis BACKGROUND Allergic diseases are considered the pandemic of the 21 century. Allergic rhinitis (AR) is the most common with an overall prevalence of 4 to 40% in the world. In Latin America, it is a common
Dry eye is a multi-factorial disease that is frequently encountered in ophthalmological practice. Common dry eye symptoms include eye irritation, heaviness of the eyelids, blurred vision and light sensitivity (1). The worldwide prevalence of dry eye is generally high (2-4). In Asia, dry eye may
Corneal abrasions are commonly encountered eye injuries presenting to acute care settings and account for over 10% of new ophthalmological presentations at eye accident departments, primary care offices, and emergency departments. Patients complain of severe eye pain, foreign body sensation, pain