2015 - Volume 3 - Issue 1 Articles
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Review Article | ArticleMarch 07, 2014 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract Of the numerous carotenoids found in nature, lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin are deposited in the retina, specifically the macula. These xanthophylls are associated and correlated with healthy and disease states such as Age Related Macular Deg.....
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Research Article | ArticleMarch 07, 2014 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract Objective: To report a case of severe anterior segment toxicity associated to long –term use of trifluridine (3FT). Results: A 71 year-old male with history of long –term use of trifluridine (3FT), a non selective antiviral drug, for a presum.....
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Research Article | ArticleJanuary 04, 2015 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract Objectives: The aim of this study is to characterize the effect of corneal, scleral and lamina cribrosa (LC) elasticity, and intraocular pressure (IOP) on the optic nerve damages. Methods: The effect of corneal, scleral and LC elasticity, and IOP .....
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Research Article | ArticleJanuary 31, 2015 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract Artificial tears are some of the most commonly used ocular medications. The relative cytotoxicity of the most popular brands is not well established. In this study corneal epithelial cells were cultured in the presence of popular brands of artificial.....
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Research Article | ArticleJanuary 31, 2015 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract The purpose of this work is to compare the rejuvenation techniques employed in the treatment of aging effects on the lower lid and the tear trough. In our case we’ve considered the use of NanoFat grafting and the Hyaluronic Acid combined with Pla.....
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Research Article | ArticleFebruary 03, 2015 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract The association between amblyopia depth and amount of anisometropia remains controversial. Deeper amblyopia is generally associated with a larger magnitude of anisometropia; however, there are also many observed cases of deep amblyopia despite smal.....
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Research Article | ArticleDecember 16, 2014 | Pages : 205 - 450Abstract Purpose: To determine the optimal design for pinhole type contact lenses (PCLs) without refractive power for obtaining a full range of resolution (clear vision) from far to near using a visual simulation system. Methods: The PCLs had a 6.0-mm diamet.....