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Transforming Resident Eye Clinics: Enhancing Health Equity and Resident Surgical Experience

By MedXY 10/31/2026

Transitioning a traditional ophthalmology resident clinic to an urgent eye clinic model improved health equity, increased exposure to high-acuity cases, and boosted resident cataract surgery volumes in a US academic center.

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Cost Analysis of Outpatient Ophthalmic Procedures

By MedXY 10/27/2026

This study evaluates the financial feasibility and efficiency of common outpatient ophthalmic surgeries at ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs) relative to Medicare reimbursement in 2025 and beyond.

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When Is High-Level Disinfection Needed for Reusable Ophthalmic Devices? A Multisociety Position Paper Explained

By MedXY 10/17/2026

A multisociety task force finds routine high-level disinfection (HLD) of reusable ophthalmic devices unnecessary in most clinics, recommends targeted HLD only for higher-risk encounters, and urges alignment of regulations with evidence.

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Advancing Gender Equity in Ophthalmology: The Impact of Virtual Oral Board Exams on Workforce Representation

By MedXY 10/11/2026

This study reveals a significant increase in female representation among American Board of Ophthalmology oral board examiners following the transition to virtual exams, while the proportion of female examinees remained stable from 2011 to 2024.

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Individualized High-Fluence Corneal Cross-Linking for Ultrathin Keratoconus: Insights from the ELZA-sub400 Protocol

By MedXY 10/11/2026

The ELZA-sub400 protocol demonstrates safe and effective high-fluence corneal cross-linking tailored for ultrathin keratoconus corneas, halting ectasia progression in most treated eyes at 12 months with no endothelial damage.

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Evaluating Aflibercept With Reduced-Fluence Photodynamic Therapy in Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy: Insights from Longitudinal OCT Angiography

By MedXY 10/09/2026

This randomized trial compares aflibercept monotherapy versus combined with reduced-fluence photodynamic therapy for PCV, highlighting OCTA metrics that predict polypoidal lesion closure and treatment response over 52 weeks.

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Effective Retinal Detachment Prevention in Type 2 Stickler Syndrome Using Cambridge Prophylactic Cryotherapy

By MedXY 09/29/2026

Prophylactic cryotherapy significantly lowers retinal detachment risk in Type 2 Stickler syndrome, demonstrating safety and efficacy in a large national cohort study.

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LYNX-1 Phase 3 Trial: Phentolamine Ophthalmic Solution for Dim Light Vision Disturbances

By MedXY 09/20/2026

The Phase 3 LYNX-1 trial demonstrates that 0.75% phentolamine ophthalmic solution improves mesopic low-contrast visual acuity and reduces photic symptoms in patients with dim light vision disturbances, including those post-keratorefractive surgery, with a good safety profile.

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Distinct Molecular and Clinical Profiles of USH2A-Associated Retinitis Pigmentosa in Korean Patients: Implications for Targeted Therapy

By MedXY 09/19/2026

This study elucidates the unique East Asian-specific genetic variants and clinical progression of USH2A-associated retinitis pigmentosa in Koreans, highlighting the potential for exon 13-targeted treatments.

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Evolving Microbial Landscape and Clinical Profiles in Postcataract Endophthalmitis: Insights from a 23-Year Retrospective Cohort Study

By MedXY 09/13/2026

This study reveals significant shifts in the bacterial spectrum, antimicrobial resistance, and clinical presentation of acute postcataract endophthalmitis over 23 years, underscoring the need for updated surveillance and tailored treatment strategies.

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Widening the Spectrum of Disease Expression due to Heterozygous Variants in EFEMP1

By MedXY 09/13/2026

A case series delineating a novel EFEMP1 variant, p.Arg140Trp, associated with late-onset peripheral retinal degeneration distinct from classic DHRD/ML, highlighting rod dysfunction precedes structural changes.

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AI Writing Vocabulary in Ophthalmology: Faster Non-Native Adoption, Unchanged Outcomes

By MedXY 08/25/2026

This study examines the increased use of AI-associated writing vocabulary in ophthalmology articles, revealing faster adoption by non-native English authors without changes in publication frequency or journal quality.

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Ultra-Long-Distance Robotic-Assisted Subretinal Injection for Submacular Hemorrhage: A Case Report

By MedXY 08/23/2026

This report describes the successful ultra-long-distance robotic-assisted subretinal injection of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator for submacular hemorrhage, demonstrating procedural feasibility and safety across 4000 km.

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Innovative Prosthetic Capsular Bag Enables Secure Scleral Fixation of Intraocular Lenses Without Capsular Support

By MedXY 08/23/2026

A first-in-human study demonstrates the safety and efficacy of a novel prosthetic capsular bag for scleral fixation of intraocular lenses in eyes lacking capsular or zonular support, showing promising visual outcomes and low complication rates.

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Predicting the Future of Uveitis: Bridging Subspecialty Divides Through Knowledge Dissemination and Technology

By MedXY 08/17/2026

This article examines the evolving landscape of uveitis care, emphasizing the need to unify ophthalmologic subspecialties through education and artificial intelligence to improve outcomes for this vision-threatening condition.

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Increased Risk of Dry Eye Disease in Patients with Chronic Pain Conditions: Insights from a Large Retrospective Cohort Study

By MedXY 07/20/2026

Chronic pain conditions significantly elevate the risk of developing dry eye disease, including cases requiring prescription therapy, emphasizing the need for integrated clinical assessment and management.

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Bridging the Gap: Geographic Disparities in Access to Diabetic Retinopathy Care Across the United States

By MedXY 07/17/2026

This study reveals significant urban-rural disparities in access to diabetic retinopathy diagnostic and therapeutic services in the U.S., underscoring the need for targeted strategies to improve care in non-urban areas.

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Artificial Intelligence Smart Eyeglasses for the Detection and Description of Stationary Objects: A Pilot Feasibility Study

By MedXY 07/15/2026

A pilot study evaluating Ray-Ban Meta AI eyeglasses demonstrated high accuracy in single object identification and moderate performance in descriptive tasks, suggesting promise for aiding individuals with low vision.

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A Consensus Reference Standard for AI Screening of Age-Related Macular Degeneration: What Clinicians and Developers Need to Know

By MedXY 07/15/2026

A 2026 expert consensus defines an image-based reference standard to validate AI screening algorithms for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), endorsing Beckman grading and routine OCT use while clarifying referral thresholds and areas of uncertainty.

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Blood Pressure Assessment in Ophthalmology Clinics for Patients With Diabetes: A Case Series Analysis

By MedXY 07/09/2026

This case series reveals a high prevalence of uncontrolled hypertension among diabetic patients visiting ophthalmology clinics and highlights the importance of in-clinic blood pressure screening to identify and manage cardiovascular risk.