Astigmatism

Soft Daily Toric Prescribing Has Doubled Since 2000

Global survey trends reveal enthusiasm for the modality, along with considerable variability in preferences among countries and regions.
07/19/2024

Astigmatism of -2D or More Affects Results in OCT-A Images

Study shows it diminishes image quality, including the rendering of capillaries and large vessels.
01/29/2024

Older Age Affects Astigmatism in Higher Myopic Patients

With-the-rule toricity shifted to against-the-rule, particularly in older individuals.
12/13/2023

Ocular Astigmatism Changes Occur After Mid-40s

Changes from with-the-rule astigmatism in younger ages were three times more likely to pass through oblique astigmatism than sphere-only prescriptions towards against-the-rule in older ages, study shows.
09/27/2023

Oblique Astigmatism Increases with Age

Fully correcting or overcorrecting it at the time of cataract surgery may be wise to counteract future progression.
03/21/2023

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November 6, 2024

Showcasing Inflammation and IOP Control
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Presenters: Marc Bloomenstein, OD, and Nora Lee Cothran, OD
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November 13, 2024

Rethinking Dry Eye Disease: A Contemporary Approach to a Complex Condition
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The 3 I's of Geographic Atrophy: Imaging, Identification, and Intervention
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