Archives of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology

Case Report Open Access

Surgical removal of intravitreal glass foreign bodies using nephrolith and sialolith baskets

Nishay V. Bhatnagar BA , Sydney B. Langer , Orlando G. Gonzalez-Martinez MD , Simran Ohri MD , Neelakshi Bhagat MD, MPH

Intraocular foreign bodies (IOFBs) are a major cause of visual impairment in adolescents and young adults and are associated with 18–41% of open globe injuries. Motor vehicle accidents resulting in penetrating ocular trauma are commonly associated with windshield glass IOFBs, in up to 70% of cases.

Commentary Open Access

A consideration of the use of hyaluronic acid-based hydrogels in vitreous substitution

Rongrong Zhu

Vitreoretinal surgery involves the removal of the natural vitreous, which is essential for retinal adhesion, intraocular pressure (IOP) homeostasis, and optical transparency. Clinically utilized tamponades, including expansile gases, silicone oil (SO), and semi-fluorinated alkanes, necessitate face-down positioning.

Original Research Open Access

An analysis of microbial keratitis organisms and in vitro antimicrobial sensitivities over a 16-year period within Bath, UK

Jon Luck , Shokufeh Tavassoli

Background: The aim of this study was to consider organism patterns and antimicrobial sensitivity over a 16-year period using brain-heart infusion broth, from a district general hospital in the south-west of the UK.

Original Research Open Access

Intraocular pressure changes after Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy: a retrospective cohort study from ECWA Eye Hospital, Nigeria

Mayor Orezime Atima , Ugbede Idakwo , Oyeronke Komolafe , Ayodele Jacob Orugun , Jah Douglas Pam , Ishaya Bobga Bala , Kenneth Onosigho Ukumobe , Eisuke Shimizu , Shintaro Nakayama , Emmanuel Oluwadare Balogun , Emeka John Dingwoke

Purpose: Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy is an effective treatment for posterior capsule opacification (PCO) but may be associated with postoperative increases in intraocular pressure (IOP), particularly in high-risk patients. This study evaluated the incidence of IOP elevation following Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy, the management strategies used, and clinical outcomes at a tertiary eye hospital in Nigeria.

Commentary Open Access

Edible plants: promising candidates for preventive and curative care in ophthalmological disorders

Acharya Balkrishna , Shreya Joshi , Rama Shankar , Rashmi Atul Joshi , Uday Bhan Prajapati

The objective of this study is to highlight the importance of edible plants commonly used in Indian households, but also medicinally acclaimed for various eye problems. Plants are a rich source of phytochemicals that, through various mechanisms fights against infections and diseases, thereby providing health benefits.