Latest Ophthalmology News
EHR-Linked Reminder System for Glaucoma Meds Perceived Useful
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Patients with glaucoma generally find an electronic health record-linked reminder system for glaucoma medications useful, according to a study published online Dec. 13 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
Medication Errors Resulting in Death Most Common in Elderly
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Medication errors in acute care that result in death occur most often in patients older than 75 years, with the most common error category being omitted medicine or ingredient, according to a study published online Nov. 22 in Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy.
2017 Saw Slowing in National Health Care Spending
by modernClinician Editorial Team
National health care spending slowed in 2017, according to a report published online Dec. 6 in Health Affairs.
Minimally Invasive Surgery Works Well for Detached Retina
by modernClinician Editorial Team
A minimally invasive treatment for retinal detachment leads to favorable outcomes, according to a study published online Nov. 20 in Ophthalmology.
Adoption of Emergency General Surgery Verification Program Is Beneficial
Local Recurrence Rate Low After R0 Resection of Soft Tissue Sarcoma Tumors
Postoperative Complications Elevated for Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Recurrent Visual Field Progression Happens for 1 in 4 With Glaucoma
Active Smoking Linked to Progression of Sickle Cell Retinopathy
Statin Use Linked to Lower Risk for Glaucoma Incidence
Ambient Temperature Linked to Intraocular Pressure in Glaucoma
Nearly 1 in 5 Patients Report Exposure to Ophthalmic Treatments Perceived as Bogus