Splitting a single cornea for transplantation into two recipients can reduce the donor shortage and the costs of corneal transplantation surgery, researchers from Germany report in the August 17th Ophthalmology online. Reuters Health Information
Red meat consumption is positively associated with early age-related macular degeneration (AMD); high intake of chicken, on the other hand, is inversely associated with late AMD, according to findings from a prospective Australian study. Reuters Health Information
A number of studies and guidelines were released in 2011 that affect vision screening strategies for kids in the primary care setting. What are the best practices? Medscape Pediatrics
People seen in a neuro-ophthalmologic practice who wear sunglasses for no obvious ophthalmic reason are likely to have nonorganic visual loss, according to a report in the January issue of Neurology. Reuters Health Information
