Ocular melanoma: improving outcomes through early detection and care
Ocular melanoma, including choroidal, iris, and conjunctival types, is rare but serious. Early detection by optometrists and ophthalmologists through
Dr Riyaz Bhikoo7 min read
Eye On Ophthalmology
Inherited retinal disorders and advances in gene therapy
Inherited retinal disorders (IRDs) comprise a heterogeneous group of diseases characterised by diverse modes of inheritance, including autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, X-linked (recessive and dominant), mitochondrial inheritance and less common patterns, such as pseudodominance. This genetic
Dr Minal Patil and Associate Professor Andrea Vincent10 min read
Longer-lasting anti-VEGF therapies
Eye on Ophthalmology takes a look into alternatives to frequent intravitreal injections.
Drs Francesc March de Ribot and Leo Sheck11 min read
A practical approach to lumps and bumps
As primary eyecare providers, we are likely to come across many lesions in the periocular area. It is important to have a simple and systematic approach to dealing with these during examination.
Dr Sid Ogra9 min read
Gut feelings: microbiome and uveitis
Introduction Uveitis encompasses a diverse group of inflammatory disorders affecting the uveal tract (iris, ciliary body, choroid) and adjacent structures such as the retina, vitreous, and optic nerve
Dr Priya Samalia and A/Prof Rachael Niederer8 min read
A closer look at submacular haemorrhages
Submacular haemorrhage (SMH) is a vision-threatening complication most often seen in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). Other causes include choroidal neovascular membranes secondary to pathological myopia; choroiditis; angioid streaks or choroidal rupture; retinal artery macro-ane
Dr Louis Han and Dr Oliver Comyn10 min read
ARN a rare but important cause of uveitis
Eye on Ophthalmology takes an in-depth look at acute retinal necrosis and current best management strategies
Drs Jo Sims and Haya Al-Ani9 min read
New tube designs a big step forward in glaucoma surgery
In choosing from the expanding list of options for glaucoma surgery, we should be seeking to optimise efficacy, safety and consider costs. An ideal glaucoma operation immediately results in: a stable
Dr Jesse Gale6 min read
TFOS DEWS III: Advancing the understanding and management of dry eye disease
The 2007 Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society Dry Eye Workshop (TFOS DEWS)1 marked a major milestone in standardising the understanding and management of dry eye disease (DED). A decade later, TFOS DEWS II (2017)2 expanded on this foundation, supported by widespread global research. Now, TFOS DEWS
Professor Jennifer Craig and Jordan Cooper10 min read
Differentiating papilloedema from pseudopapilloedema in children
Differentiating true papilloedema from pseudopapilloedema in children presenting with bilateral optic disc swelling remains a frequent and complex diagnostic challenge for ophthalmologists and community providers. There is often a degree of associated anxiety not only for the clinician but also the
Drs Martin Wasik and Helen Kearns11 min read
Pathological myopia
Highlighting red flags in this potentially sight-threatening condition, Dr Leo Sheck shares eight key points to aid clinical practice in pathological myopia
Dr Leo Sheck8 min read
Women in Vision Aotearoa New Zealand: current and future perspectives
Reflecting on the evolving role of women in eyecare, half a century after International Women’s Day was formally recognised
Dr Joevy Lim and Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer8 min read