MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Clinical and Experimental Optometry' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:31:36 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5611676&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00692.x Conclusion:  From the results, we conclude that the age‐expected norms for amplitude of accommodation using Hofstetter's equation might not be accurate for Ghanaian children. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5611676 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5611676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5599779&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00681.x Conclusion:  There is little awareness of diabetes and its ocular complications in Timor‐Leste. Given the predicted urbanisation and economic development in the coming decades, as other health challenges are addressed and resources become available, consideration of diabetes might be prudent. Improving knowledge among the population will be an important component of any strategy developed. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5599779 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5599779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5599778&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00698.x Conclusions:  Ramadan fasting is associated with statistically significant alterations in anterior chamber depth and axial length that result in both statistically and clinically significant changes in intraocular lens power calculations. Therefore, relying on measurements taken during this month might lead to refractive errors after cataract surgery. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5599778 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5599778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5585345&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00683.x Conclusion:  In conclusion, tear osmolarity is higher in both eyes of patients when compared with normal subjects, using the independent t‐test (although highest in clinically positive eyes of these patients). Both eyes of patients having PEX syndrome could be more prone to the development of dry eye syndrome. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5585345 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5585345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5585344&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00687.x Conclusions:  Multipurpose solutions induced varying levels of irreversible tissue sensitivity reactions, with MPS‐A showing the greatest effects. The solutions damaged cell integrity and reduced metabolic rates suggesting delayed healing ability. The formulations of multipurpose solutions need to balance antimicrobial effectiveness with low cytotoxicity, which might not be currently possible to achieve. In light of our results, we suggest that contact lens wearers should be advised to rinse the soaked lenses with saline before lens insertion. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5585344 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5585344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5585346&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00680.x An 86‐year‐old man presented with blurred vision and pain in the left eye. A slitlamp examination revealed anterior uveitis with hypopyon. During the investigation of the uveitis, the diagnosis of tuberculosis was confirmed. Hypopyon is a rare manifestation of uveitis due to tuberculosis. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5585346 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5585346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5650738&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00690.x We describe a 48‐year‐old woman with a retained retrobulbar pellet and associated retinal pigment epithelial detachment. Spectral optical coherence tomography disclosed a focal microrupture of the retinal pigment epithelium. After two weeks of oral prednisolone treatment, the retinal pigment epithelial detachment was flattened and the microrupture was sealed. Optical coherence tomography is an important tool to elucidate the pathogenesis of blunt trauma‐related posterior pole changes. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5650738 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5650738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5639747&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00699.x Conclusions:  The results presented in the present study suggest that instability of accommodation accompanies myopic progression, although a casual relationship cannot be established. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5639747 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5639747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5611675&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00694.x Conclusions:  There were differences in the rates of disinfection efficacy. Generally, Renu MultiPlus, Contact All In One Advanced and All‐Clean Soft exceeded the primary acceptance criteria of the ISO 14729 guidelines for stand‐alone contact lens solutions. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5611675 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5611675 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5599777&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00701.x Conclusion:  Dorsal‐ventral differences in corneal epithelial cell density in Anableps anableps suggest a difference in osmotic pressure of the two corneas. The modest differences in the microprojections indicate that the need to secure the tear film underlying each optical axis is of prime importance, due to the likelihood that a persistent layer of water normally covers both dorsal and ventral corneal surfaces and that maintaining a transparent optical pathway for vision is critical for a species prone to predation from both above and below the water's surface. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5599777 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5599777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5585343&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00693.x Conclusion:  There was no significant association between the CISS score with any of the baseline binocular vision measurements before or after prism treatment. Our findings suggest that a greater near heterophoria and/or more receded NPC before treatment are associated with more reduction in CI symptoms by prism treatment. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5585343 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5585343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5545961&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00657.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5545961 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:19:31 +0100 5545961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5545960&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00673.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5545960 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:19:30 +0100 5545960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5545959&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00685.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5545959 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:19:28 +0100 5545959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5545958&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00686.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5545958 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:19:27 +0100 5545958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5545957&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00696.x Conclusions:  Refractive error accounted for four per cent of the variance in corneal resistance factor measurements, indicating that patients with mild to moderate myopia have higher corneal resistance compared with non‐myopes. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5545957 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:18:57 +0100 5545957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5545956&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00695.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5545956 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:18:53 +0100 5545956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5488856&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00682.x Conclusions:  All corneas were prolate elliptical in shape along the flat meridian and the peripheral flattening rate was found to be greater along the flat meridian. A greater flattening rate was observed in the corneas of Chinese children when compared to that of Caucasian children. The Q between male and female subjects was not significantly different. Male subjects tended to have larger HVID and flatter corneas than female subjects. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5488856 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5488856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5443504&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00649.x Conclusions:  The results of the present study show that both subjective and objective vision in myopic subjects with low astigmatism improves significantly when corrected with toric lenses compared with spherical lenses. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5443504 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5443504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5433211&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00679.x Conclusion:  This study deals with cystoid macular oedema associated with recurrent uveitis. In cystoid macular oedema, the value of mfERG before treatment is related to the central foveal thickness and VA. In contrast, after treatment the decrease of macular thickness is not always followed by an improvement of mfERG and VA. This supports the view that in uveitic macular oedema, the decrease in macular thickness after treatment may not be used as a predictor of improvement of macular function. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5433211 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5433211 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5411278&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00677.x Conclusion:  While the present findings do not show a significant change in IOP following mydriasis, there was wide inter‐individual variation, with some children showing an increase in IOP of up to 8.0 mmHg and some showing a decrease of a similar amount. This variation suggests that IOP should be monitored when mydriatics or cycloplegics are used in children. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5411278 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5411278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5390666&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00666.x Conclusion:  PureVision multifocal contact lenses preserve good VA and good visual performance under real‐life conditions. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5390666 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5390666 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5366442&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00678.x Conclusions:  The findings in the current study indicate that the RFT might detect macular dysfunction in diabetic eyes without microvascular changes. This dysfunction increased during a two‐year period and presumably reflects neural impairment in diabetes mellitus but did not predict development of retinopathy during the four to six year period. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5366442 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5366442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350194&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00672.x We report the case of a 64‐year‐old man who presented with decreased visual acuity due to bilateral macular oedema after paclitaxel administration for lung cancer. Optical coherence tomography scans of both eyes revealed cystoid macular oedema. Fluorescein angiography demonstrated the unusual finding of the absence of localised retinal capillary leakage. Ketorolac eye drops and acetazolamide tablets were prescribed and one month later the cystoid macular oedema resolved with subsequent improvement in visual acuity. This case illustrates the unusual presentation of cystoid macular oedema induced by paclitaxel. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350194 Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:01:44 +0100 5350194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350202&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00663.x Conclusion:  These findings highlight the need for current, critically evaluated content in optometric education and suggest that optometrists currently prefer to receive information and knowledge from an educator rather than sourcing and assessing the material independently. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350202 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350201&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00660.x Conclusions:  Measurements provided by the Optical Quality Assessment System should be considered and interpreted with caution because their consistency seems to be limited, especially in eyes with poor optical quality. The limitation in the validity of measurements due to the use of infrared light instead of middle‐wavelength light should also be considered. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350201 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350200&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00664.x Conclusion:  The ability to perceive SIRDS was related to many visual parameters and skills, including, but not limited to, stereoacuity and negative relative convergence. It is uncertain whether SIRDS might be considered a useful tool in clinical practice. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350200 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350199&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00667.x Conclusion:  The Rarebit fovea test proved to be well tolerated among children in a group of six to 10 year olds and more than 90 per cent of children were considered to give reliable results close to what is normal for adults. It would be interesting to further investigate the potential of the Rarebit fovea test for evaluation of foveal function in children. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350199 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350198&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00668.x Conclusion:  This is the first report to describe the relationship between subfoveal choroidal thickness and MEWDS. We found that the choroid was thicker in the acute phase than the convalescent phase in both the affected and opposite eyes of both patients, suggesting that an inflammatory reaction might occur in the choroidal stroma in addition to the choriocapillaris and might be bilateral rather than unilateral. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350198 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350197&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00634.x The tear film is a nourishing, lubricating and protecting layer that bathes the ocular surface. It is continuously replenished through cycles of production and elimination via evaporation, absorption and drainage. These processes are often referred to as tear film dynamics. Osmolality is an objective clinical measurement that provides insight into the balance of these complex tear film dynamics. Balanced tear production and elimination is vital for tear film integrity, stability and normal osmolality. Imbalances cause alterations of the tear film structure and composition, ultimately leading to tear film instability and measurable tear film hyperosmolality. Elevated tear film osmolality is considered a core mechanism in dry eye, forming the basis of dry eye symptoms and leading to ocular s... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350197 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350196&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00665.x Conclusions:  The posterior corneal displacement measured with Orbscan after LASIK was time dependent, with a different trend between estimated residual stromal bed thickness that protruded at an early stage but then returned to original levels 12 months after LASIK in eyes without post‐LASIK anterior topographic or pachymetric changes. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350196 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5350195&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00671.x Conclusions:  This pilot study provides data about some of the issues that arise as a result of cultural differences between patients and health care practitioners. The findings from this study contribute to an understanding of the impact of cultural diversity and might assist the development of training and further research in the area. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5350195 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5350195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338570&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00670.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338570 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:44 +0100 5338570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338569&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00659.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338569 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:43 +0100 5338569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338568&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00655.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338568 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:41 +0100 5338568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338567&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00653.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338567 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:40 +0100 5338567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338566&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00675.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338566 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:38 +0100 5338566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338565&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00669.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338565 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:37 +0100 5338565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338564&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00674.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338564 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:35 +0100 5338564 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338563&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00626.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338563 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:34 +0100 5338563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338562&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00641.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338562 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:08 +0100 5338562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338561&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00676.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338561 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:10:06 +0100 5338561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338560&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00637.x A 53‐year‐old woman presented with a right eye injury due to domestic violence. The crystalline lens in that eye was completely dislocated into the anterior chamber, fixated by the cornea and the iris. Fundoscopy showed a mild vitreous haemorrhage and a giant retinal tear. A modified lensectomy with a fragmatome was performed. During this procedure the capsule was preserved first to minimise the risk of corneal damage and second to reduce vitreous traction, which would repair the giant retinal tear. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338560 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:09:48 +0100 5338560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5263117&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00662.x Conclusion:  The results suggest that intravitreal injection of bevacizumab might induce retinal vasoconstriction; however, low numbers of subjects might have prevented the difference from reaching statistical significance. Further studies with a larger number of subjects would reveal the effect of intravitreal anti‐vascular endothelial growth factor treatment on retinal vessel diameters more clearly. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5263117 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5263117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5263118&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00658.x Empirical fitting of a bitoric rigid gas permeable contact lens for the management of a scarred irregular cornea caused by herpes zoster ophthalmicus is described. Two corneal scars, which affect the pupil axis, caused an irregular cornea and produced low visual acuity and anisometropia. Two contact lenses were necessary to complete the fitting. Visual acuity improved from 0.2 to 1.0. The rigid gas permeable lenses can be a good alternative in the management of patients with irregular corneas caused by herpes zoster ophthalmicus. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5263118 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5263118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240690&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00652.x Hirsch recently proposed the h‐index as a single‐number metric to describe the impact of an academic, combining quality with quantity. An index of h indicates that an individual has h publications, which have been cited at least h times. In this paper, the Google Scholar database and Publish or Perish software are used to generate citation metrics of Australia‐trained optometrists. We conclude that this analysis has considerable utility in defining and contextualising the general landscape of Australian academic publishing in a national and international framework. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240690 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240692&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00636.x Conclusion:  If corneal flux density is kept constant, there will be no change in pupil diameter as the size of the stimulus field increases at either mesopic or photopic lighting levels up to at least 24° diameter. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240692 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240691&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00644.x Conclusion:  The L80 wave+ autorefractometer represents a reliable and valid objective refractive tool for general optometric practice. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240691 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240693&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00632.x Conclusion:  An increase in tear film meniscus volume in dry eyes from the use of eye‐drops has been shown. High resolution imaging of lower tear film meniscus with clinical optical coherence tomography systems provides useful measures of tear volume. Both formulations assessed in the present study are efficient in increasing tear meniscus volume and reducing dry eye signs and symptoms, although results in terms of increase in meniscus volume were higher with the polyethylene glycol formulation. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240693 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5198313&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00616.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5198313 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5198313 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5198312&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00611.x Conclusion:  The relative reduction of Cl‐ transporter and channel expression in the myopic eye might cause a decrease in ion and fluid transport across the RPE, leading to a thinning of the choroid and potentially accelerating axial elongation. Understanding of the identity of the Cl‐ transport machinery used in developing lens‐induced myopia might facilitate development of novel approaches for controlling myopic progression by influencing fluid transport by the RPE. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5198312 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5198312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5317244&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00646.x Conclusions:  Illumination should be within 10° either side of the perpendicular to the corneal surface at the limbus for measurements of the AC : C ratio. The observation angle away from the illumination direction is not critical and 60° is appropriate, but smaller angles can be used. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5317244 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5317244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306477&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00654.x Conclusions:  In the present study, RNFL parameters presented with better discriminatory abilities than ONH parameters in the OHT and FE groups. The ONH parameters demonstrated better diagnostic precision in differentiating between PG and normal eyes. The average RNFL thickness, max–min parameter and inferior quadrant RNFL thickness had the best abilities among single OCT measurements for discriminating between glaucoma suspect (including all ocular hypertensive, PG and FE eyes) and normal eyes. The combination of RNFL parameters only or both ONH and RNFL parameters, using linear discriminant analysis, provided the best classification results, improving the diagnostic accuracy of the instrument. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306477 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5263116&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00640.x Five patients having uncomplicated phacoemulsification were implanted with CT‐Asphina 603P intraocular lenses into the capsular bag. After a few months, three of the patients had haptic flexion anterior to the optic despite minimal capsular fibrosis. One patient had spontaneous dislocation of the intraocular lens into the anterior chamber with only minimal capsular fibrosis. Another patient had one haptic dislocated out of the bag.Late intraocular lens dislocation is also seen in newly designed preloaded intraocular lenses despite the absence of significant capsular fibrosis. Haptic‐optic junction design and intraocular lens material play important roles in such complication. A slightly large capsulorhexis might be a deterrent for implantation of this intraocular lens. (Source: Clinica... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5263116 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5263116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240689&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00650.x Conclusions:  This study demonstrates no significant natural progression over a five‐month period in the group of participants with Down syndrome; however, with bifocals, faster and improved performance on some literacy skills was observed. We recommend that bifocals be considered in children with Down syndrome presenting with inadequate accommodation to optimise their educational potential. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240689 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228543&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00635.x Conclusion:  DRS is more common in female patients and the left eye. DRS type I is the most common type. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228543 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5198311&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00651.x Conclusions:  Mid‐index lens materials of the same thickness show widely varying levels of impact resistance under the ballistic test. Impact resistance increases non‐linearly with centre thickness. The lens mounting might affect the results of the ballistic impact test. The presence of ‘cushion coatings’ might enhance impact resistance. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5198311 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5198311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148561&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00607.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148561 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:45 +0100 5148561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148560&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00619.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148560 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:44 +0100 5148560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148559&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00620.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148559 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:44 +0100 5148559 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148558&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00642.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148558 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:43 +0100 5148558 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148557&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00661.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148557 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:43 +0100 5148557 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148556&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00629.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148556 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:42 +0100 5148556 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148555&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00648.x Conclusion:  Many more mysterious symbols in Bradshaw rock art might await interpretation using the approaches adopted here. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148555 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:33 +0100 5148555 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148554&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00656.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148554 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:32 +0100 5148554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148553&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00647.x Conclusion:  Researchers and clinicians might wish to consider these differences when comparisons are made between studies and populations and also when the same patient is observed over periods. Fluorescein instillation can affect the measurements of tear stability in subjects with poor quality tear film (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148553 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:39:25 +0100 5148553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042864&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00534.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042864 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042867&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00623.x Conclusions:  The results show a similar pattern of eye movements in all participating subjects, although the amplitude of these movements varied considerably between the individuals. It is likely that some individuals when exposed to certain occupational tasks might show different eye and head movement patterns. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042867 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042867 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042866&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00631.x Conclusion:  Central corneal thickness measurements do not differ in patients with meibomian gland dysfunction compared with healthy control subjects. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042866 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042865&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00625.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042865 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5072387&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00621.x Conclusion:  The roughness and redness of normal tarsal conjunctiva among young adults in Malaysia were found to be less than two units. Results of this study might be beneficial in clinical trials using contact lenses where changes in the tarsal conjunctiva are commonly used as an outcome measure. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5072387 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5072387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5065320&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00628.x Conclusion:  The high regression incidence of diabetic retinopathy suggests that it might not be necessary for all patients with diabetes to be screened annually. Other methods to determine the screening frequency for an individual patient should be explored. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5065320 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5065320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042863&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00584.x Conclusions:  Where corneas have mild‐to‐modest non‐dystrophic endothelial guttata, there may be a less predictable effect of corneal thickness on the outcome of tonometry. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042863 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5012539&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00630.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5012539 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5012539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4994820&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00600.x This paper discusses the considerations for prescribing a refractive correction in infants and children up to and including school age, with reference to the current literature. The focus is on children who do not have other disorders, for example, binocular vision anomalies, such as strabismus, significant heterophoria or convergence excess. However, refractive amblyogenic factors are discussed, as is prescribing for refractive amblyopia. Based on this discussion, guidelines are proposed, which indicate when to prescribe spectacles and what amount of refractive error should be corrected. It may be argued that these are premature because there are many questions that remain unanswered and we do not have the quality of evidence that we would like; the clinician, however, make decisions on w... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4994820 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4994820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4978992&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00606.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4978992 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:05:46 +0100 4978992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4978991&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00643.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4978991 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:05:45 +0100 4978991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4978990&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00639.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4978990 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:05:45 +0100 4978990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4978989&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00645.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4978989 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:05:44 +0100 4978989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4978988&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00633.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4978988 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:05:43 +0100 4978988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4978987&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00638.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4978987 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:05:35 +0100 4978987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4925093&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00612.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4925093 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4925093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4925092&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00624.x Conclusions:  The data suggest that for eyes with average levels of aberrations, the elliptical transformation is of no practical importance for eccentricities up to 20°. In some cases the slope of horizontal coma was reversed compared with previous findings in normal eyes. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4925092 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4925092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4947831&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00627.x Conclusion:  The findings argue against cortical reorganisation following monocular retinal deafferentation in the adult. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4947831 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4947831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4925091&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00615.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4925091 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4925091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4791610&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00586.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4791610 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4791610 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760063&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00588.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760063 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:06 +0100 4760063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760062&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00608.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760062 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:06 +0100 4760062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760061&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00610.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760061 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:05 +0100 4760061 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760060&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00622.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760060 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:05 +0100 4760060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760059&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00609.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760059 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:04 +0100 4760059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760058&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00617.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760058 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:04 +0100 4760058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760057&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00605.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760057 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:03 +0100 4760057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760056&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00603.x Conclusion:  Increased foveal thickening and significant decrease of the electrical activity of areas 1, 2 and 3 were found in HIV‐positive children. These findings suggested some subclinical dysfunction of the photoreceptors and the inner retinal layers of the fovea in HIV‐positive children with normal vision and without ocular disease. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760056 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:01 +0100 4760056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760055&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00585.x Conclusion:  The para‐macular function was significantly impaired in those patients with severe NPDR and photocoagulation reduced the central macular function. Even after 14 days, the central macular function had not returned to pre‐photocoagulation levels. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760055 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:03:00 +0100 4760055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4760054&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00601.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4760054 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:02:58 +0100 4760054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749936&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00594.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749936 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749935&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00599.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749935 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749934&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00613.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749934 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749934 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749933&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00618.x Conclusion:  Scleral lenses might allow some patients with LSCD to delay or avoid more aggressive surgical intervention. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749933 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4706185&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00602.x Conclusion:  The mfERG in Bietti's crystalline dystrophy can provide insight into the functional retina and objectively help to quantify the extent of retinal damage. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4706185 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4706185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4700083&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00595.x A 48‐year‐old Caucasian man with an established diagnosis of pathological ankylosing spondylitis with cervical spinal fusion and a lengthy history of acute, recurrent, anterior uveitis presented with decreased vision in both eyes. Biomicroscopic examination revealed bilateral inflammatory pupillary membranes associated with anterior uveitis to be the source of the visual compromise. Aggressive topical anti‐inflammatory and mydriatic therapy did not break the pupillary membranes and the patient ultimately underwent surgical resection of the membranes in both eyes. Vision returned to normal in one eye and was only slightly reduced in the fellow eye after a prolonged post‐operative period involving multiple ophthalmic surgical procedures. This is the first reported case of bilateral, ... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4700083 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4700083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4628501&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00583.x Conclusion:  The retina plays a major role in visual adaptation. Both forward and backward adaptive effects of the global flash on the direct component have been illustrated in this study. The results show that the forward and backward adaptive phenomena in the global flash mfERG are different and demonstrate that backward adaptation is found at the retinal level. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4628501 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4628501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4628500&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00591.x Conclusion:  Corneal astigmatism and head tilt did not have much effect on the measurement of CH and the CRF, both of which were lowest along the horizontal meridian. Clinically, the difference was small. The influence of corneal power on CH and the CRF was minimal. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4628500 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4628500 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749932&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00614.x A 67‐year‐old man visited the clinic presenting with the complaint of decreased vision in his left eye. Visual acuity of the left eye was 6/6. On fundus examination, an orange polypoidal lesion and retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) detachment were seen. Fluorescein angiography and indocyanine green angiography were performed. There was hyperfluorescence of a clustered polyp‐like lesion. The patient was diagnosed with polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy and we recommended that he be seen again in three months. At this visit, visual acuity of the left eye had decreased to 6/9 and the RPE detachment was aggravated. Intravitreal injection of ranibizumab was performed. One month after the injection, visual acuity of his left eye was 6/96. A macular hole was seen in his left eye and vitrectom... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749932 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4749932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4706184&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00604.x Conclusion:  As with the large CRT/amERG, the pre‐operative morphologically thickened and electroretinographically reduced retinas have a greater likelihood of being affected by the irreversible photoreceptor damages that could have been masked or modified by other factors before the removal of the ERM. Because the CRT/amERG values are obtained objectively, they should be valuable in predicting the post‐operative visual function along with the pre‐VA and the duration of symptoms. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4706184 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4706184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4700082&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00598.x Conclusion:  Fundus autofluorescence imaging delineates endogenous fluorescence derived mainly from lipofuscin within the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) layer and therefore permits evaluation of functional alterations in the RPE in numerous retinal diseases. Data from fundus autofluorescence revealed distinctive findings in acute and chronic CSR. Fundus autofluorescence imaging may be used as a supplementary diagnostic tool for identifying patients with CSR and differentiation may be made between acute and chronic cases. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4700082 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4700082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4628499&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00592.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4628499 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4628499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4618179&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00590.x Conclusions:  The number of optometrists in practice in Australia is sufficient to meet the needs of the Australian population overall. The issue of the provision of optometric care in remote and very remote regions of Australia is unlikely to be addressed by increasing the number of optometrists as the sparse populations and the large areas over which these populations are spread are unlikely to be able to sustain optometric practices. This means that new service‐delivery models could be necessary for the provision of optometric services in these regions. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4618179 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4618179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4562777&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00589.x Conclusion:  The intravitreal use of ranibizumab might result in an increase of the mfERG in the foveal area. Only a borderline inverse association was shown between the amount of foveal thickness and time. Also, the level of visual acuity statistically significantly improved over time. Randomised long‐term clinical trials are needed to determine the potential clinical benefit of ranibizumab. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4562777 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4562777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4514395&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00597.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4514395 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:08:24 +0100 4514395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4514394&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00596.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4514394 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:08:24 +0100 4514394 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4514393&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2011.00593.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4514393 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:08:16 +0100 4514393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4485716&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00574.x Conclusions:  Screening for diabetic retinopathy is important for newly diagnosed diabetic patients. In Hong Kong, the prevalence of diabetic retinopathy was alarmingly high and some patients had already developed sight‐threatening retinopathy that included macular oedema. Most of them had no symptoms until the retinopathy progressed and they developed macular oedema. A systematic screening program in the community is needed for early detection and to reduce blindness in diabetic patients. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4485716 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4485716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4485715&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00571.x Glaucoma is one of the most important eye diseases resulting in blindness worldwide. It affects the inner retina and is without signs and symptoms in the early stages, making early detection of glaucoma important for eye care professionals. Electroretinography (ERG) is an objective technique used to measure retinal electrical responses, which directly reflect retinal function. The multifocal electroretinogram (mfERG) is a relatively new tool in this area. Various modifications of the mfERG stimulation paradigms such as fast flicker, low contrast, slow sequence, global flash and luminance‐modulation have been developed in recent years. Using these techniques and a better understanding of the mfERG characteristics has resulted in greater effectiveness of the mfERG in the diagnosis of glauc... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4485715 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4485715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4485714&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00575.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4485714 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4485714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4485713&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00577.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4485713 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4485713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4485712&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00578.x Conclusions:  The acoustic factor proposed by the manufacturer to obtain corneal thickness with the Orbscan compared with those from ultrasonic pachymetry was not valid for all corneal topographic positions. The AF is unnecessary when determining CL‐induced corneal swelling. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4485712 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4485712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390993&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00567.x Conclusion:  Refractive data from the early post‐operative period can provide useful data for qualitative control and monitoring of post‐operative refractive outcomes in a setup, where ‘better’ data are often not available; however, its accuracy is limited and, ultimately, there is no alternative to good follow up of operated patients. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390993 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390992&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00566.x Conclusions:  Compliance of plano lenses should be among the easiest of tasks for a laboratory. While we know of no defined or required acceptance rates for prescription lenses, a failure rate for a laboratory of 12.6 per cent, which includes a failure rate of 88 per cent in 2.8 mm thick refractive index = 1.53 hard coated lenses (n = 20) cannot be considered satisfactory and is a strong indication of a failure to check lenses before they leave the laboratory. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390992 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390991&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00570.x Conclusion:  Intravitreal ranibizumab injection may be a treatment option in eyes with non‐arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy and a short disease history. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390991 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390990&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00564.x Although intraocular pressure (IOP) remains an important risk factor for glaucoma, it is clear that other factors can also influence disease development and progression. More recently, the role that blood pressure (BP) has in the genesis of glaucoma has attracted attention, as it represents a clinically modifiable risk factor and thus provides the potential for new treatment strategies beyond IOP reduction. The interplay between blood pressure and IOP determines the ocular perfusion pressure (OPP), which regulates blood flow to the optic nerve. If OPP is a more important determinant of ganglion cell injury than IOP, then hypotension should exacerbate the detrimental effects of IOP elevation, whereas hypertension should provide protection against IOP elevation. Epidemiological evidence prov... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390990 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390989&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00572.x Conclusion:  The PARK1 measurements of the apical corneal thickness can be a substitute for central corneal pachymetry with an ultrasonic device, provided that the range of agreement is taken into consideration in the interpretation of the results. Similar studies on populations with different corneal conditions such as keratoconus are needed. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390989 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390988&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00573.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390988 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4509018&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00587.x Conclusion:  Based on the results of this study, punctal occlusion offers a statistically and clinically significant decrease in IOP when it is used as an adjunctive therapy to travoprost 0.004% for patients who are suffering from open‐angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4509018 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4509018 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4485711&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00579.x Conclusions:  Shorter axial length, thicker lens, steeper corneal curvature and more against‐the‐rule pattern were characteristic findings in patients with thalassaemia major. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4485711 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4485711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4402115&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00565.x The past 40 years has seen a great expansion in low‐vision research, which has changed low‐vision teaching and our clinical management of people with low vision. Australian optometrists have contributed significantly to this research and the development of multidisciplinary low‐vision services. This paper reviews the research that has shaped our clinical assessment and patient management for reading by adults with low vision. The major improvements in clinical assessment of low vision for reading were brought about by the improvements in distance and near visual acuity measurements during the 1970s and research during the 1980s and 1990s showing the factors affecting the reading rate. These changes, together with a different method for representing the magnification provided by opt... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4402115 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4402115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390987&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00576.x Conclusions:  Generally, Renu MultiPlus, Solo Care Aqua, All‐Clean Soft and Contact All‐in one Advanced meet the ISO 14729 guidelines for stand‐alone contact lens solutions. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390987 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4328129&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00560.x We describe and assess some of these contributions: Young's construction (the basis for much of his geometric work), paraxial refraction equations, oblique astigmatism and field curvature, and gradient‐index optics. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4328129 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4328129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4301329&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00568.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4301329 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4301329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297658&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00581.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297658 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:52 +0100 4297658 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297657&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00563.x Conclusions:  This is the first study to report the prevalence of refractive errors for second‐generation Australian schoolchildren coming from a predominantly Lebanese Middle Eastern Arabic background, who endeavour to maintain their ethnic ties. The relatively low prevalence of myopia is similar to that found for other metropolitan Australian school children but higher than that reported in the Middle East. These results suggest that lifestyle and educational practices may be a significant influence in the progression of myopic refractive errors. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297657 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:48 +0100 4297657 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297656&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00552.x Conclusion:  In our sample, over 60 per cent of patients with T2DM for one year or longer had not had a retinal assessment since diagnosis. The risk of developing sight‐threatening diabetic retinopathy appears to be higher for those who have not had a retinal assessment. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297656 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:47 +0100 4297656 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297655&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00554.x Conclusion:  Rasch analysis demonstrated that the categories of the multiplied rating scale of the HVAT were not ordered, as the user would expect; this precludes measurement. This provides evidence against the use of multiplicative rating scales in quality‐of‐life questionnaires. It would be better to use a single rating scale for each construct of interest. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297655 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:46 +0100 4297655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297654&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00580.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297654 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:44 +0100 4297654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297653&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00557.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297653 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:44 +0100 4297653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297651&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00559.x Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE), also known as Groenblad syndrome, is an inherited disorder characterised by mineralisation and fragmentation of elastic fibres in a number of organs including the skin, eyes and arterial blood vessels. The clinical manifestations of PXE centre on three major organ systems: skin, cardiovascular system and the eyes. This review focuses on the ocular manifestations of pseudoxanthoma elasticum, namely, peau d'orange, angioid streaks and choroidal neovascularisation, the clinical course of patients, the diagnostic approaches and current therapeutic strategies, such as laser photocoagulation whether transpupillary thermotherapy or photodynamic therapy, macular translocation surgery and anti‐vascular endothelial growth factor treatment. (Source: Clinical and Expe... Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297651 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:24:36 +0100 4297651 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4297652&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00562.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4297652 Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4297652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4279222&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00561.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4279222 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4279222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4279221&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00549.x Conclusion:  Grading scales for contact lens complications are used extensively in optometric practice for a variety of purposes. This tool can now be considered as an expected norm in contact lens practice. We advocate the incorporation of such grading scales into professional guidelines and standards for good optometric clinical practice. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4279221 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4279221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4279220&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00553.x Conclusions:  Hydrogel contact lenses are a non‐invasive, periocular drug delivery device capable of achieving measurable drug levels in posterior segment tissue. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4279220 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4279220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4279219&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00555.x Conclusions:  The characteristic clinical features are presented during the process of the disease. Degeneration of the ocular fundus was predominantly on one side. The retinal manifestations included mid‐peripheral haemorrhages and dilated retinal veins. High intraocular pressure and excavation and atrophy of the optic disc were common. In the eyes that were examined, neovascularisation was observed in the iris and anterior chamber and various visual field defects were present. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4279219 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4279219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4279218&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00558.x Conclusion:  Our findings highlight the need for further continuing education of practitioners across the Asia–Pacific region. The results of the training course indicate that, across Asia–Pacific, continuing education courses in ophthalmic optics and dispensing encompassing modern lens design and best practice fitting principles are warranted. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4279218 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4279218 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4193762&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00542.x Conclusion:  Although most practitioners made a sensible note of the condition and properly recorded the location of corneal staining, serious deficiencies were evident regarding other aspects of record‐keeping. Ongoing programs of professional optometric education should reinforce good practice in relation to clinical record‐keeping. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4193762 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4193762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4193761&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00543.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4193761 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4193761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4176959&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00535.x Conclusion:  The normal values provided can be a useful tool for discriminating healthy eyes from early abnormal ones in which the optical quality or sensory function is impaired. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4176959 Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4176959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4176958&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00536.x Conclusion:  In Australia, the major ocular pathogens are generally sensitive to the most commonly used antibiotics to treat microbial keratitis. The prescription of fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides and cephalosporins is generally reserved for treatment of significant or sight‐threatening conditions such as microbial keratitis. This approach is not likely to contribute to an increase in resistance rates. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4176958 Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4176958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4176957&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00537.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4176957 Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4176957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4286494&cid=s_32291_30_f&fid=32291&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1444-0938.2010.00541.x (Source: Clinical and Experimental Optometry) Clinical and Experimental Optometry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4286494 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4286494