Comprehensive Medical Retina Fellowship Program at UK Medical Campus - Clinical Training, Research, and Specialized Facilities
Strong clinical training in retinal diseases including uveitis and inherited disorders, emphasis on research, distinguished faculty members, structured schedule with clinics and academic activities, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment for specialized testing and imaging.
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KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline for ANCA-Associated Vasculitis
This guideline provides detailed information on the management of ANCA-associated vasculitis as per the KDIGO 2024 Clinical Practice Guideline. It covers guideline development, key statements, and the rationale behind the recommendations. The guideline emphasizes customization for individual use whi
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Global Ocular Implants Market-Projected to Reach $23.43 Billion by 2031
Ocular Implants Market Size, Share, Forecast, & Trends Analysis by Type (Scleral, Stock, Orbital, Intraocular, Retinal, Corneal) Material (Silicon, Hydroxyapatite) Application (Prosthesis, Ocuplasty, Glaucoma Surgery) End User \u2013 Global Forecast to 2031\n
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Understanding Heightmap Segmentation in DICOM Imaging
Exploring the use of heightmaps in DICOM imaging for surface identification in 3D volumes and retinal layer surfaces in ophthalmic tomography. Learn about segmentation tasks, binary segmentation results, and the role of heightmaps in classifying anatomical features in medical images. Discover how se
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Understanding Migraine: Types, Classification, and Symptoms
Migraine is a complex neurological condition characterized by severe headaches often accompanied by other symptoms. The classification of migraines includes those with and without aura, chronic migraines, and childhood periodic syndromes. Complications and disorders associated with migraines are als
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Retinal Imaging for Alzheimer's Disease: A Comprehensive Review
The increasing prevalence of Alzheimer's disease (AD) necessitates sensitive screening technologies for early detection. Retinal imaging emerges as a promising tool due to its non-invasive nature, cost-effectiveness, and potential as a window to the brain. This review explores the utility of retinal
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Understanding Syphilis: Clinical Stages, Diagnosis, and Management
Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection, presents various clinical stages from primary to late latent. Diagnosed through serological tests like VDRL and FTA, primary syphilis shows painless ulcers, while secondary syphilis exhibits systemic vasculitis with a characteristic rash. Management involv
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Retinal Imaging Conference - Case Study of Diabetic Patient with Blurry Vision
A 52-year-old African American female with a history of diabetes and hypertension presented with occasional blurry vision in her left eye. Examination revealed retinal thickening, cystic spaces, and disruption of retinal layers. Autofluorescence imaging showed hyperautofluorescence centrally and hyp
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Understanding Myopia Control for Optometrists
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a growing concern with increasing prevalence, especially among younger populations in Asia. Genetics, environmental factors like prolonged digital device use, and lack of outdoor activities contribute to its development. Controlling myopia is crucial to prevent risks l
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Understanding the Use of Contact Lenses in Photophobia Associated with mTBI
Photophobia in patients with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) can be debilitating, with up to 59% of military personnel reporting sensitivity to light after a TBI event. Contact lenses, sunfilters, and tinted glasses can help manage photophobia symptoms. Mechanisms underlying photophobia involve t
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Understanding Senses: Vision, Taste, Olfaction, and Audition
Explore the intricacies of human senses such as vision, taste, smell, and hearing. Delve into topics like sharpness of vision, loss of taste and smell, and the role of retinal neurons and amacrine cells. Enhance your understanding of sensory perception and the complexities of the human sensory syste
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Shattered Vision: Myopia's Threat of Giant Retinal Tears - Case Study at TOSCON 2024
Giant retinal tears (GRT) pose a serious risk in high myopia cases, requiring prompt surgical intervention to prevent complications like retinal detachment. Dr. Gorla Tejasree presents a case study of a 31-year-old male with GRT and retinal detachment, successfully managed through surgical technique
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Understanding Acute Visual Loss: Causes and Evaluation
Loss of vision can occur suddenly, affecting one or both eyes and various parts of the visual field. This guide explores the definition, pathophysiology, and evaluation of acute visual loss. Common causes include optic nerve diseases, retinal disorders, and vascular issues. The visual pathway from t
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Rare Case Presentation of Central Serous Chorioretinopathy in Young Female Patient
A rare case presentation of bilateral central serous chorioretinopathy in a young female patient was discussed at the 9th Annual State Ophthalmological Conference (TOSCON) 2024. The condition, characterized by retinal pigment epithelium decompensation leading to neurosensory retinal detachment, is m
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Challenges and Strategies in Ocular Drug Delivery
Ocular pharmacology faces challenges in effective drug delivery due to blood-retinal, blood-aqueous, and blood-vitreous barriers that impede high drug concentrations in the eye. Various routes of administration, including topical and local injections, are employed to overcome these barriers. Pharmac
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Vision Threat in Hyper IgE Syndrome: A Case Report
Hyper IgE Syndrome (HIES) is a rare primary immunodeficiency characterized by elevated IgE levels and recurrent infections. Ocular involvement in HIES is uncommon, with reported cases of various eye conditions such as conjunctivitis and retinal detachment. A 17-year-old male with HIES presented with
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Understanding Purpura and Vasculitis: A Comprehensive Guide
Explore the differentiation between types of purpura, inflammatory and non-inflammatory distinctions, diagnosis of purpuric lesions, serious vs. non-serious conditions, causes of purpura, and an overview of vasculitis including its manifestations in large, medium, and small vessels with a focus on c
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Insights into Artificial Retina Technology through Dolcera Patent Categorization System
The Dolcera Patent Categorization System (PCS) analyzes the field of Artificial Retina, focusing on innovations to tackle blindness caused by conditions like macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa. The system conducts a landscape search using keywords related to Artificial Vision and Retinal
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Vitreous Proteomics in Macular Hole Patients Study
This study aims to investigate vitreous proteomics in adults with macular holes to understand the molecular pathways involved in retinal diseases. By analyzing abnormally expressed proteins, the research seeks to identify potential therapeutic targets for treating macular hole formation. The study i
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