Ophthalmology Update

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Ophthalmology Update is a publication for physicians. It highlights trends in ophthalmology-related procedures and research at Mayo Clinic.

To contact the Department of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic for a referral or physician consultation, please call 507-284-2744.

2017 Issues

Vol. 7, No. 2, 2017 (PDF)

  • Posterior Corneal Profile Changes Impact Fuchs' Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy, Endothelial Keratoplasty and Intraocular Lens Implantation
  • Patients With Fuchs’ Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy Exhibit a Unique Signature of Missplicing Events in TCF4
  • Intraoperative Use of GenTeal Gel Linked to Subconjunctival Necrotizing Granulomata

Vol. 7, No. 1, 2017 (PDF)

  • Ophthalmology Moves Toward a Culture of Safety
  • The Causes of Acquired 3rd Nerve Palsy
  • Diplopia Underrecognized in Patients With Medically and Surgically Treated Glaucoma

2016 Issues

Vol. 6, No. 3, 2016 (PDF)

  • Visual Acuity Continues to Improve After DSEK for Fuchs' Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy
  • KATP Channel Opener Cromakalim Lowers IOP in Human and Mouse Models
  • Research Identifies Characteristics of Convergence Insufficiency in Adults

Vol. 6, No. 2, 2016 (PDF)

  • Bevacizumab With Dexamethasone Implant Improves Visual Acuity and Macular Morphology in Eyes With DME
  • Intraoperative Torsional Forced Duction Test Assesses Obliques' Tightness and Laxity
  • Intense Pulsed Light for Treatment of Dry Eye Disease

Vol. 6, No. 1, 2016 (PDF)

  • Trabeculectomy-Related Complications Not Related to Mitomycin
  • Adults With Nonparalytic Forms of Strabismus Face Increased Risk of Mental Illness
  • Onset of Corneal Abnormalities in Fuchs' Dystrophy Begins Early in the Course of the Disease

2015 Issues

Vol. 5, No. 3, 2015 (PDF)

  • RNA Toxicity and Missplicing Identified in Patients With Fuchs' Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy
  • Rituximab Offers No Benefit Over Placebo to Patients With Active or Moderate-to-Severe Graves' Orbitopathy
  • MYD88 L265P Mutation May Provide a New Marker for Diagnosis of Vitreoretinal Lymphoma

Vol. 5, No. 2, 2015 (PDF)

  • Fixation Is the Primary Driver of Dissociated Vertical Divergence
  • Patients Report Better Vision-Related Quality of Life After Endothelial Keratoplasty
  • Regenerative Medicine Biotrust Provides Hope for Patients With Best Disease

Vol. 5, No. 1, 2015 (PDF)

  • Intraocular Pressure Should Be Monitored in Eyes Receiving Ranibizumab
  • Combination Therapy Offers Rapid Improvements in Vision and CST in Patients With Macular Edema Due to RVOs
  • Reimbursement Policy Creates a Conflict of Interest for Patients and Physicians