The emotional weight behind eye surgery also comes from the stakes involved. People worry about protecting their vision, and ...

We thank Mr Ahfat 1 for the comments offered in response to our report of a series of patients with transient retinal artery occlusion (TRAO) occurring during phacoemulsification cataract surgery. 2 ...

Laser eye surgery can help treat a variety of eye conditions and improve vision quality. Treatments such as LASIK have become increasingly popular, but not everyone is a candidate for this surgery. In ...

Laser eye surgeries can help treat glaucoma by improving the outflow of fluid in the eye. Types of surgeries include trabeculoplasty, iridotomy, and cyclophotocoagulation. Doctors may suggest a ...

Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center have developed eye drops that could prevent vision loss after retinal vein occlusion, a major cause of blindness for millions of adults ...

LASIK eye surgery is a common laser surgery procedure to correct vision issues, removing or reducing the need to wear glasses or contact lenses. Suitable candidates for the procedure include people ...

“Dry eye treatment has become one of the most important steps in achieving higher-quality vision,” says Dr. Benjamin. “Tixel is so safe and effective that it’s really an easy button for treating dry ...

Blurred vision is normal for a few days after surgery. However, several factors may cause ongoing blurriness that could require medical treatment, such as retinal detachment. A cataract is a cloudy ...

Removal of an eye is a drastic procedure that doctors do as a last resort if no other treatment for a serious eye condition provides relief. In the case of cancer, eye removal may be necessary to ...