Ophthalmology Journal

Dr. Emily Schehlein is joined by Dr. Cecilia S. Lee and Dr Parisa Taravati, authors of "Elevated Intraocular Pressure Immediately after Cataract Surgery and Future Risk of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma in the IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight)." Together they discuss the associations between postoperative intraocular pressure after cataract surgery and the future risk of developing primary open-angle glaucoma in patients without prior glaucoma, glaucoma suspect, or ocular hypertension diagnoses.

Elevated Intraocular Pressure Immediately after Cataract Surgery and Future Risk of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma in the IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight). Gim, Nayoon et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 6.

Dr. Edmund Tsui interviews Dr. Brian C. Toy on his retrospective cohort study which shows that oral doxycycline clinical and serologic outcomes are comparable to IV penicillin for syphilitic uveitis, published in Ophthalmology. From "Outpatient Oral Doxycycline versus Intravenous Penicillin for Syphilitic Uveitis."

Outpatient Oral Doxycycline versus Intravenous Penicillin for Syphilitic Uveitis. Bao, Yicheng K. et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 12, 1457 - 1459.

On September 5, 2025, the FDA issued a recall for the CorNeat EverPatch. Dr. Emily Schehlein is joined by Dr. Thomas V. Johnson to discuss his study on the early exposure and surgical revision rates of the CorNeat EverPatch. Later, Dr. Henry Jampel explains the difference between FDA clearance and FDA approval for medical devices.

Dr. Johnson coauthored the Ophthalmology article, "Early Postoperative Conjunctival Complications Leading to Exposure of Surgically Implanted CorNeat EverPatch Devices." Dr. Jampel cowrite the accompanying Commentary, "The CorNeat Everpatch and the Process of FDA Authorization."

Dr. Henry Jampel is an Associate Editor for Ophthalmology and the Editor-in-Chief for Ophthalmology Glaucoma. Dr. Thomas V. Johnson is an Associate Editor for Ophthalmology Science.

Early Postoperative Conjunctival Complications Leading to Exposure of Surgically Implanted CorNeat EverPatch Devices. Kanter, Jacob et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 7, 799 – 814.

The CorNeat Everpatch and the Process of FDA Authorization. Jampel, Risa; Jampel, Henry. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 7, 815 – 816.

The Academy's BCSC is your trusted source of clinical knowledge. The 2025-2026 edition includes a major revision to Section 8: External Disease and Cornea. Updates include a new interactive case study on Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy and cataracts, as well as 15 new videos of surgical procedures. Advance order Section 8 today at aao.org/BCSC.

Dr. Emily Schehlein sits down with author Dr. Nathan Congdon to break down the results of the GLAUrious Study on comparing automated, gonioscopy-free, noncontact, image-guided direct selective laser trabeculoplasty with conventional SLT in open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension to reduce intraocular pressure. From the Ophthalmology article, "Randomized Noninferiority Trial of Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty in Open-Angle Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension."

Randomized Noninferiority Trial of Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty in Open-Angle Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension. Gazzard, Gus; Traverso, Carlo Enrico; et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 10, 1091 – 1104.

Dr. Rajesh Rao discusses the risk factors for epiretinal membrane formation in patients with diabetes mellitus with Dr. Shinji Kakihara, first author of the Ophthalmology Science article, "Epiretinal Membrane Is Associated with Diabetic Retinopathy Severity and Cumulative Anti-VEGF Injections."

Epiretinal Membrane Is Associated with Diabetic Retinopathy Severity and Cumulative Anti-VEGF Injections. Kakihara, Shinji et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 3.

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Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025:

· Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier.

· The Year in Literature: Editor's Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology's Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search "SYM31" in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information.

· Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Dr. Edmund Tsui sits down with Drs. Akshay S. Thomas and Ogul E. Uner to discuss their IRIS Registry study of the prevalence, characteristics, and treatment patterns of pediatric noninfectious uveitis in the United States. From their Ophthalmology Retina article, "Prevalence, Treatment Patterns, and Outcomes of Pediatric Noninfectious Uveitis in the United States: An IRIS Registry Analysis"

Prevalence, Treatment Patterns, and Outcomes of Pediatric Noninfectious Uveitis in the United States: An IRIS Registry Analysis. Uner, Ogul E. et al. Ophthalmology Retina. In press.

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Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025:

• Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier.
• The Year in Literature: Editor's Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology's Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search "SYM31" in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information.
• Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Previous research on the safety of fluorescein angiography in adults has indicated that severe complications are rare, but due to few studies in the pediatric population, the true rates of complications are unknown. Dr. Edmund Tsui sits down with Dr. Nimesh A. Patel to discuss his study examining fluorescein angiography adverse events in pediatric patients. From his Ophthalmology Retina article, "Real-Time Adverse Events in Pediatric Fluorescein Angiography: IV vs Oral"

Real-Time Adverse Events in Pediatric Fluorescein Angiography: IV vs Oral. Sorour, Osama et al. Ophthalmology Retina. In press.

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Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025:

• Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier.
• The Year in Literature: Editor's Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology's Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search "SYM31" in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information.
• Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Fall prevention is a major public health concern because of the physical and psychological risks associated with falls. Loss of visual function is a major risk factor for falls and may be a major contributor to fall risk among older adults. Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews Dr. C. Gustavo De Moraes and medical student Alexander F. Dagi on the relationships between rates of glaucomatous visual field progression, fear of falling, history of falls, and ancestry. From their Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, "Risk of Falls, Fear of Falling, and Rates of Visual Field Progression in Glaucoma in the African Descent and Glaucoma Evaluation Study."

Risk of Falls, Fear of Falling, and Rates of Visual Field Progression in Glaucoma in the African Descent and Glaucoma Evaluation Study. Dagi, Alexander F. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma. In press.

Just like there is something for everyone on the Ophthalmology Journal Podcast, there is something for everyone at AAO 2025! From lectures, to labs, to networking, to social events, and courses for everyone on your practice team. Plan your program with the Meeting Guide and make sure to register today at aao.org/RegNow

Ophthalmology journal events at AAO 2025:

• Peer Review Masterclass: A Practical Workshop for Journal Authors and Reviewers: Become a peer reviewer for the Academy's Ophthalmology journal, the leading journal in the field, and its companion journals, Ophthalmology Retina, Ophthalmology Glaucoma, and Ophthalmology Science. Dr. Emily Schehlein and Dr. Aaki Shukla, highly experienced reviewers and authors for various journals, will lead this free interactive workshop. Sponsored by Elsevier.
• The Year in Literature: Editor's Choice Highlights From the Ophthalmology Journal Family: Join Ophthalmology's Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russell Van Gelder, as he presents the top Ophthalmology articles on Sunday October 19 at 9:45am. Search "SYM31" in the Mobile Meeting Guide for more information.
• Meet the Editor: Join us for an intimate conversation with Ophthalmology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Russ Van Gelder, during the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. This special meet and greet offers ophthalmologists, residents, and researchers a unique chance to connect directly with one of our field's most influential editorial voices. Sunday, October 19, 3:30-4:30 pm, Academy Hub at the exhibit hall.

Dr. Drew Carey interviews medical student Jawad Muayad and Dr. Sami S. Dahr on the impact of systemic medications, including glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, fenofibrates, thiazolidinediones, and calcium channel blockers, on the risk of developing diabetic macular edema in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. From their Ophthalmology Retina article, "Influence of Common Medications on Diabetic Macular Edema in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus"

Influence of Common Medications on Diabetic Macular Edema in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Muayad, Jawad et al. Ophthalmology Retina , Volume 9, Issue 6, 505 – 514

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Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews Dr. Ticiana De Francesco on the results of her case series evaluating the safety and efficacy of the scleral allograft–reinforced cyclodialysis in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma through 24 months of follow-up. From her recent Ophthalmology Science article, "Bio-interventional Uveoscleral Outflow Enhancement Surgery for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: 2-Year Results of Cyclodialysis with Scleral Allograft Reinforcement."

Bio-interventional Uveoscleral Outflow Enhancement Surgery for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: 2-Year Results of Cyclodialysis with Scleral Allograft Reinforcement. Calvo, Ernesto et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 4.

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