Artificial Tears: A Primer - University of Iowa
WEBNov 23, 2016 · Examples of artificial tears that contain Purite are Refresh Tears, Refresh Optive, and Refresh Optive Advanced (Allergan). Ocupure is a preservative closely related to Purite that is a stabilized oxychloro complex with sodium chlorite. Upon exposure to light, this preservative breaks down into sodium and chloride ions, oxygen, and water [13].
Notes on Dr. Peter C. Donshik's 10/2 SJS Seminar Presentation on …
WEBArtificial tears do not contain all of the ingredients of tears Artificial tears: If used more than 2-3 times/day should really use non-preservative Using drops with preservatives more than 4 times a day can cause eye irritation and make things worse Ointments: Genteal Gel has less viscosity than others (less blurring) than others; good for night
WEBLipiFlow is a safe and comfortable treatment that will be performed in the Eye Clinic during your scheduled visit. Immediately prior to proceeding, a couple of drops of anesthetic, (such as the ones that are used to check your intraocular pressure), will be put in both eyes. A protective eye shield will placed over both eyes.
EyeRounds.org: Hyphema: Diagnosis and Management
WEBFeb 20, 2024 · Etiology/Epidemiology. Hyphema is an accumulation of blood in the anterior chamber of the eye [1,2]. It can be divided by etiology, with the most common categories being traumatic, iatrogenic, and spontaneous [1,3]. Traumatic hyphemas carry an annual incidence of 12 injuries per 100,000 individuals [1,2,4-6].
Atlas Entry - Band keratopathy - University of Iowa
WEBBrice, Critser, CRA. Calcific band keratopathy (BK) results from calcium hydroxyapetite deposition in the superficial cornea, mainly Bowman layer. It can be caused by chronic ocular inflammation, hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, chronic exposure to mercurial vapors or preservatives, silicone oil, primary hereditary transmission.
WEBresponsible for coating the tears with a layer of oil that helps prevent evaporation. Meibomian gland dysfunction, or, more simply, MGD, is the most common dry eye syndrome, accounting for approximately 85% of cases. MGD may occur as a consequence of getting older and may be become symptomatic in 10% …
Typical Corneal Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Contact Lens
WEBThese two photos are of the same, very well fit, RGP. The first is taken using cobalt blue light with a Wratten yellow filter and fluorescein where the second is taken without the use of a Wratten filter. This lens is nicely lid-attached with a slightly superior position in primary gaze and an even aligned relationship to the cornea. The lens ...
Iris Suturing - University of Iowa
WEBJun 28, 2021 · Reading. Henderson BA. Essentials of Cataract Surgery, second edition.Thorofare, NJ: Slack Inc., 2014. (WW 260 E78 2014). isbn 978-1-61711-0672
Amblyopia: From One Medical Student to Another - University of …
WEBJan 9, 2023 · Introduction. Amblyopia is the most common cause of unilateral vision loss in children. It affects roughly 1-4% of children worldwide and if untreated, causes significant, irreversible visual impairment [1,2]. Amblyopia may impact academic outcomes, self-esteem, and lead to increased feelings of frustration, isolation, and depression [3].
Atlas Entry - Ocular toxoplasmosis - University of Iowa
WEBToxoplasmosis is the most common cause of posterior uveitis. Active lesions have a classic "headlight in fog" appearance with a focal, white, fluffy lesion adjacent to an old scar visible through the associated granulomatous uveitis and vitritis as seen in Figure 1. Inactive lesions appear as a chorioretinal scar in the posterior pole, often ...