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Recent advances in genetic testing and emerging therapies for inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) are reshaping clinical care, but a new survey suggests that many U.S. retina specialists vary in how they approach genetic counseling and testing and may have limited confidence in their ability to interpret results. Of the 481 surveys distributed, 116 were completed.... ...
Patients with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) were found to have significantly higher rates of several co-occurring ocular conditions compared with matched controls...
Low-dose atropine did not significantly slow myopia progression in children with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) after accounting for age-related changes, according to...
A recent review highlights advancements in imaging technologies that could revolutionize inherited retinal disease (IRD) diagnostics and treatment. Researchers conducted a systematic...
A recent cross-sectional study found no significant difference in the prevalence of circulating antiretinal antibodies (ARAs) between patients diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and healthy individuals. The study examined ARAs...
Optical coherence tomography reflectivity ratio could serve as an independent predictor of visual acuity and, consequently, retinal function in genetically diagnosed patients with retinitis pigmentosa, according to a study that...
A comprehensive study on RP2-associated retinopathy found a diverse range of manifestations in female carriers of the RP2 gene, including exhibiting subtle characteristics such as tapetal-like reflex and pigmentary changes,... ...
Cataract surgery can be safe and effective for individuals with cataractous eyes affected by retinitis pigmentosa (RP), according to a poster presented at AAO 2023. However, the study highlights a...
Verana Health, a digital health company, has joined forces with the Foundation Fighting Blindness, the foremost organization dedicated to discovering treatments and cures for blinding retinal diseases to provide the...
A study conducted by the Sickle Cell Clinical Research and Intervention Program underscores the critical importance of regular ophthalmic intervention for individuals with sickle cell disease (SCD). The study, which...
There is a critical need for comprehensive support and counseling for female carriers of X-linked inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), according to a study that highlights the emotional burden carried by...
Treatment with voretigene neparvovec (VN, Luxturna) in patients with RPE65-IRD (retinal pigment epithelium 65-inherited retinal dystrophy) shows promising outcomes, according to a real-world study. The retrospective study conducted at a... ...