We read with interest the article by Natkunarajah et al. 1 We agree that indirect ophthalmoscopy with indentation remains the gold standard for the detection of retinal breaks. It is not clear if the ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Ultra-widefield imaging systems have been widely adopted in optometry, and for very good reasons. For starters, ...

The prevalence and causes of myopia have been the topics of many investigations since the 1960s. Researchers have demonstrated an increase in the prevalence of myopia in the population over a ...

A retinal tear is a small split or hole in the lining of the back of the eye. The condition is not painful and may not damage a person’s eyesight. However, a torn retina can progress to a retinal ...

A retinal tear is a rip in the layer of light-detecting cells at the back of your eye called the retina. It’s a medical emergency that can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated quickly. Small ...

The preparation of evidence-based guidelines is highlighted by the WHO as an important component in the concerted effort to eliminate avoidable blindness. [149] This review has highlighted ...

A retinal tear can cause light flashes or a sudden increase in eye floaters. While a retinal tear is unlikely to damage vision, it can lead to serious complications such as retinal detachment. Retinal ...

A retinal tear occurs when a break develops in the layer of light-detecting cells in the back of the eye. This layer is called your retina. Retinal detachment occurs when the retina pulls away from ...