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Ophthalmology
Santiago Delgado-Tirado, Alberto Lopez-Miguel, Yazmin Baez-Peralta, Lucia Gonzalez-Buendia, Itziar Fernandez, Jorge L. Alio, Miguel J. Maldonado, Rosa M. Coco-Martin
Summary: The study aimed to assess monochromatic higher order aberrations in highly myopic eyes with staphyloma, revealing significant differences in patients aged <= 45 years between groups with and without dome-shaped macula.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sorina Iftimie, Ana-Maria Raduta, Daniela Dragoman
Summary: This study demonstrates that aberrations of metalenses should be described in terms of wave optics and not ray tracing, using intensity-based moments and associated parameters. The research shows differences in aberrations of metalenses under axial and non-axial illuminations, helping to identify parameters most prone to induce changes in beam shapes.
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Surgery
Anooj A. Patel, Rou Wan, Stuti Garg, Peter Ullrich, Elbert E. Vaca, Mohammed S. Alghoul, Marco Ellis, Robert D. Galiano
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between anthropometric measurements of East Asian eyes and attractiveness. The results show that attractive eyes have features such as a more lateralized superior brow peak, a greater palpebral aperture height-to-upper lid show ratio, and a lack of convergence between the upper lid crease and upper lash line.
PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Ophthalmology
Raman Prasad Sah, Dawn Meyer, Matt Jaskulski, Martin Rickert, Xu Cheng, Noel Brennan, Pete S. Kollbaum
Summary: Multizone contact lenses introduce myopic defocus to control myopia progression. This study investigated the amount of pupil area and dioptres of defocus introduced by different zone geometries during near- and off-axis viewing. The results showed that multi-zone contact lenses provided similar defocus within distance correction zones compared to single vision lenses, but introduced higher proportions of defocus during on-axis and off-axis viewing.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Zongchao Mo, Junyi Xin, Ruichao Chai, Peter Y. M. Woo, Danny T. M. Chan, Jiguang Wang
Summary: Understanding the racial specificities of diseases, such as adult diffuse glioma, is crucial for precision medicine. This comprehensive review examines the epidemiology and genomic characteristics of gliomas in East Asian populations and other ancestry groups. The study reveals lower glioma incidence in East Asians compared to Whites, as well as differences in age of onset, overall survival, and genetic risk loci between the two populations.
CANCER BIOLOGY & MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Weiming Cheng, Yu-Hua Fan, Ying-Jay Liou, Yi-Ting Hsu
Summary: In this study, it was found that young Asian adult men with nocturia are more likely to suffer from depression, and there are associations between age, body mass index, IPSS score, and TDQ somatic subscores.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Ophthalmology
S. A. N. J. A. Y. V. Patel, David O. Hodge, Emily J. Treichel, Keith H. Baratz
Summary: This study assessed vision in pseudophakic eyes with Fuchs' endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) and found a correlation between vision impairment and the presence of tomographic edema.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kazutaka Kamiya, Fusako Fujimura, Takushi Kawamorita, Wakako Ando, Yoshihiko Iida, Nobuyuki Shoji
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the relationship between area under the log contrast sensitivity function and optical factors in eyes with mild cataract. The results showed that eyes with better best spectacle-corrected visual acuity and lower log(s) were more likely to exhibit higher AULCSF, while age, gender, uncorrected visual acuity, nuclear sclerosis grade, and ocular HOAs did not show significant associations. Both visual acuity and intraocular forward scattering play important roles in contrast sensitivity function in eyes with mild cataract.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jian Lin
Summary: The study found that the magnitude of ocular residual astigmatism is relatively small in children's astigmatic eyes, mainly in against-the-rule and oblique astigmatism. Most of the ORA can counteract ACA, while a small portion superimposed it. Both against-the-rule and oblique ORA can counteract with-the-rule ACA.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Seung Pil Bang, Justin D. Aaker, Ramkumar Sabesan, Geunyoung Yoon
Summary: The study used an adaptive optics system to investigate the long-term neural adaptation in pseudophakic eyes, and found that visual performance improved after AO correction and the improvement increased with time postoperatively. Poorer contrast sensitivity in pseudophakic eyes may be attributed to long-term adaptation to habitual optical profiles before surgery and age-related vision loss.
BIOMEDICAL OPTICS EXPRESS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuqin Du, Yuehua Zhou, Mingwei Ding, Mingxu Zhang, Yujuan Guo
Summary: The study found that SMILE surgery reduces retinal peripheral hyperopic defocus but introduces higher-order aberrations, especially in individuals with high myopia refractive errors.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Paulo Teixeira-da-Silva, Jonas Samuel Perez-Blanco, Dolores Santos-Buelga, Maria Jose Otero, Maria Jose Garcia
Summary: The study aimed to explore the pharmacokinetic characteristics of valproic acid (VPA) in a large Caucasian population and establish a robust population pharmacokinetic (PopPK) model. A one-compartment model with first-order absorption and elimination successfully described the data, incorporating factors such as total body weight, age, and comedication with other drugs. Internal and external evaluations showed good predictability of the model, indicating its potential application in precision dosing approaches for clinical patient care.
Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Chao Liu, Yang Yang, Hailong Wang, Lili Ren, Jiangfeng Wei, Pinya Wang, Hong Liao
Summary: Since the implementation of the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan in 2013, aerosol emissions in East Asia have decreased significantly, while emissions in South Asia have continued to increase, resulting in a dipole pattern of aerosol emissions between the two regions. A study investigating the East Asian summer monsoon (EASM) responses to these changes found that the reduction in East Asian emissions alone led to a positive aerosol effective radiative forcing (ERF) and a slight warming in summer. When considering both the emission reductions in East Asia and the increases in South Asia, the ERF and warming over central-eastern China were further enhanced, while the rainfall decreased slightly. Overall, the study highlights the important role of South Asian aerosols in changing the East Asian climate.
JOURNAL OF CLIMATE
(2023)
Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Xiaowei Hong, Riyu Lu, Shuanglin Li
Summary: The study shows a significant interannual relationship between the meridional displacements of the upper-tropospheric westerly jet streams over West Asia and East Asia. The Silk Road pattern and precipitation anomalies in the tropical region are important factors affecting this relationship. Enhanced or suppressed tropical precipitation can induce a northward or southward displacement of the jet stream, contributing to the in-phase relationship between West Asia and East Asia.
JOURNAL OF CLIMATE
(2021)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Getaneh Mulualem Belay, Katherine Ka Wai Lam, Qi Liu, Cynthia Sau Ting Wu, Yim Wah Mak, Ka Yan Ho
Summary: This study estimated the overall prevalence of alcohol use disorder and its determinants among adults in East Asian countries. The findings suggest a high magnitude of alcohol use disorder in this population, with smoking and male gender being significant determinants.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Manoj K. Manoharan, Swapnil Thakur, Subalakshmi Dellhi, Pavan K. Verkicharla
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between various refractive error components and reduced visual acuity in individuals with myopia, with and without pathologic myopia lesions. The study found that high sphere, high cylinder, and certain astigmatism orientations were significantly associated with reduced visual acuity.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Rohit Dhakal, Jagadesh Rao Rudrapankte, Harsha S. N. S. Chittajallu, John G. Lawrenson, Byki Huntjens, Rakhee Shah, Pavan K. Verkicharla
Summary: The study developed a clip-on light tracker (MyLyt) for real-time estimation of light exposure and validated its accuracy and feasibility in different environments. The results demonstrated that MyLyt showed good repeatability, strong correlation, and comparable values with a factory-calibrated digital lux meter, making it suitable for tracking light exposure patterns.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Uchechukwu L. Osuagwu, Khathutshelo P. Mashige, Godwin Ovenseri-Ogbomo, Esther Awazzi Envuladu, Emmanuel Kwasi Abu, Chundung Asabe Miner, Chikasirimobi G. Timothy, Bernadine N. Ekpenyong, Raymond Langsi, Onyekachukwu M. Amiebenomo, Richard Oloruntoba, Piwuna Christopher Goson, Deborah Donald Charwe, Tanko Ishaya, Kingsley E. Agho
Summary: This study examined the impact of information sources on COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and resistance in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The results showed that all six information sources, except for radio, were strong predictors of resistance towards COVID-19 vaccination. Further research is needed on how these channels can be used to improve the availability of reliable healthcare information.
Article
Ophthalmology
Rakesh Maldoddi, Swapnil Thakur, Pavan K. K. Verkicharla
Summary: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of near work and time outdoors on axial length and myopia prevention. The results showed that a 15-minute reading task, regardless of the location or reading environment, led to a significant increase in axial length. These findings highlight the importance of considering the impact of near work on myopia control and the need for increased time outdoors.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tiffany Tan, Sonia Chan, Melissa Ind, Georgia Pace, Jannine Bailey, Krista Reed, Teagan Dutton, Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu, Kam Cheong Wong
Summary: This qualitative study explored the benefits and challenges of e-prescribing for GPs and pharmacists in regional NSW. The study found that e-prescribing can improve the prescribing and dispensing process, patient adherence, and prescription safety. However, challenges include concerns about safety and security, costs of software updates, and the need for education among healthcare professionals and patients.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF RURAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Annabelle Seddon, Hanna M. Chaki, Hang-My J. D. Phan, Jessica G. Spink, Matthew L. P. Ha, Surini Wijesuriya, David A. Atchison, Andrew Carkeet
Summary: This study investigated how unequal image sizes between the eyes affect visual acuity. The results showed that induced aniseikonia slightly reduced binocular visual acuity, but the change was small and cannot be used as a diagnostic marker in clinical settings.
CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL OPTOMETRY
(2023)
Letter
Ophthalmology
Rakesh Maldoddi, Swapnil Thakur, Pavan K. K. Verkicharla
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Satish Kumar Gupta, Ranjay Chakraborty, Pavan Kumar Verkicharla
Summary: This study investigated the association between relative peripheral refraction (RPR) and corresponding relative peripheral multifocal electroretinogram (mfERG) responses in young adults. The results showed that relative peripheral mfERG signals are not associated with RPR.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Dahai Yu, Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu, Karen Pickering, John Baker, Richard Cutfield, Zheng Wang, Yamei Cai, Brandon J. Orr-Walker, Gerhard Sundborn, Zhanzheng Zhao, David Simmons
Summary: The study examines the separate population-level contributions of ethnic and socioeconomic disparities among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus and residence in New Zealand. The findings indicate that socioeconomic deprivation has a significant impact on stroke, while ethnicity is important for end-stage renal disease.
CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ngozika Esther Ezinne, Anayochukwu E. Anyasodor, Dipesh Bhattarai, Kingsley Kene Ekemiri, James Aliah, Phillips Kureem, Michael Agyemang Kwarteng, Khathutshelo Percy Mashige, Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu
Summary: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and perception of optometrists in Trinidad & Tobago towards teleoptometry. The findings showed that although the participants had limited knowledge of teleoptometry, particularly among self-employed and less experienced optometrists, most of them had positive attitudes and perceptions towards teleoptometry. It is recommended to provide teleoptometry training among optometrists in Trinidad & Tobago to address the identified knowledge gap.
Article
Ophthalmology
Martin de Tomas, Abel Szeps, Gabriel Martin, Juan Manuel Suarez, David A. Atchison, Jos J. Rozema, Rafael Iribarren
Summary: This study analyzed OCT images of retinal shadows caused by defocus and diffusion optics spectacles. The results showed obvious retinal shadows in the periphery of the images, while the central area remained clear. The discrepancy between the actual size of the shadows and their appearance in the OCT images was attributed to the scanning OCT beam not being parallel to the optical axis. With device-specific correction, retinal OCT images can help visualize the regions affected by defocus or lowered contrast induced by myopia control spectacles.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Stephen Ocansey, Edgar Ekure, Uchechukwu L. Osuagwu, Bernadine N. Ekpenyong, Godwin Ovenseri-Ogbomo, Sylvester Kyeremeh, Kelechi C. Ogbuehi, Kingsley E. Agho, Khathutshelo P. Mashige, Antor O. Ndep, Kovin S. Naidoo
Summary: This study aimed to profile glaucoma diagnosis adherence to practice guidelines among optometrists in Ghana and Nigeria. Results showed that Ghanaian optometrists were more likely to diagnose glaucoma than Nigerian optometrists, and those who have practiced for more than 10 years and work in private practice were more likely to diagnose glaucoma. The study provides valuable information for evaluating glaucoma assessment for optometrists in both countries.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Dahai Yu, Bingjie Qu, Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu, Karen Pickering, John Baker, Richard Cutfield, Yamei Cai, Brandon J. Orr-Walker, Gerhard Sundborn, Zhanzheng Zhao, David Simmons
Summary: This study found a mediating effect of type 2 diabetes (T2D) on the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) in a population with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) in New Zealand. The development of risk scores and future replication studies can help identify and guide management of individuals with IGT at the highest risk of AF following incident T2D.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zheng Wang, Dahai Yu, Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu, Karen Pickering, John Baker, Richard Cutfield, Yamei Cai, Brandon J. Orr-Walker, Gerhard Sundborn, Zhanzheng Zhao, David Simmons
Summary: This study aimed to examine socioeconomic inequality in cause-specific outcomes among adults with impaired glucose tolerance and/or impaired fasting glucose in New Zealand. The study found that males, older individuals, those who were more deprived and identified as Maori, as well as individuals with obesity, current smoking, both impaired fasting glucose and impaired glucose tolerance, and greater metabolic derangement were more likely to have higher mortality and hospitalization rates, as well as worsened socioeconomic inequality.
CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
David A. Atchison, David L. Cooke
Summary: A thin lens technique was developed to determine how the effective powers of toric monofocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) are influenced by tilt and refractive errors. The correction required at the front of the eye and the power of an IOL that would compensate for the tilt were determined through a series of steps.
OPHTHALMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL OPTICS
(2023)