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The Pan-American Journal of Ophthalmology
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ISSN 2666-4909 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 424 artikel di indeks
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When Tumor Isn’t Tumor: Periocular Myiasis by Dermatobia hominis
We present a case of periocular furuncular myiasis caused by Dermatobia hominis. The patient presented with a 20-day history of pruritic swelling of the upper right eyelid, initially misdiagnosed as recurrent hordeolum by multiple ophthalmologists. Clinical examination revealed a cutaneous opening…
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Epidemiological profile and outcomes of scleral buckling for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in a tertiary hospital in Southern Brazil
Objectives: The objective of this study was to describe the epidemiological, clinical, and surgical profile of patients diagnosed with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) who underwent scleral buckling (SB) at a tertiary ophthalmology referral center in Santa Catarina, Brazil, and to identify…
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Capecitabine-induced cicatricial ectropion: A case review
Capecitabine, an oral prodrug of 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), offers a more targeted chemotherapeutic approach, reducing systemic side effects. However, cases of ocular side effects have been described in the literature. We report the case of a 94-year-old man undergoing capecitabine therapy for gastric…
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Van Der Hoeve’s syndrome: A rare clinical combination of blue sclera and otosclerosis
Van Der Hoeve’s syndrome is a rare clinical triad consisting of blue sclera, osteogenesis imperfect (OI), and otosclerosis. First described by Dighton in 1912, this condition is a variant of Lobstein’s disease, alias late OI (henceforth OI). Patients suffering from OI or brittle bone disease often…
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Comparing the age of onset of age-related macular degeneration in Nunavik patients compared to the Age-Related Eye Disease Studies
Purpose: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss worldwide, yet little is known about its presentation in indigenous populations. This study aims to compare the age of AMD diagnosis in the Inuit population of Nunavik, Quebec, to that of the Age-Related Eye Disease…
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Caruncular lobular capillary hemangioma in a child: Report of a rare ocular tumor
Caruncular lesions are uncommon because of the caruncle’s composite histology, making tumors in this region diagnostically challenging. Lobular capillary hemangioma, also termed pyogenic granuloma, is particularly rare in children. We report the case of a 6-year-old girl with a 3-month history of a…
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Clinical profile, visual field, and retinal nerve fiber changes in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma and primary angle-closure glaucoma: A comparative study
Purpose: The present study aimed to compare the structural and functional changes between patients with primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) and primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG). In addition, we also studied the changes according to the severity of the disease. Methods: The present…
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Refractive errors: A major public health problem in vulnerable adolescents in a riparian zone in Brazil
Context: Visual disorders in adolescents are an important public health issue, particularly in vulnerable populations such as riparian communities, where access to ophthalmologic care is limited. Aims: The aims of this study were to describe the prevalence of ocular disorders among adolescents…
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Age-related variations in corneal endothelial cell density and morphology in a healthy Colombian adult population: A cross-sectional study
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to describe age-related variations in corneal endothelial cell density (ECD) and morphology in a healthy adult Colombian population. Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted at the Clínica de Oftalmología de Cali, Colombia, between March…
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Silent threat to the cornea: Histological impact of high-dose ethambutol in mice
Background: Ethambutol is a first-line antituberculosis agent widely associated with ocular toxicity, particularly optic neuropathy. However, its potential effects on corneal histology and anterior segment structures remain poorly understood. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate…
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Diabetic retinopathy screening coverage in Saudi Arabia’s primary healthcare system: A Cross-sectional analysis of national surveillance data and alignment with the World Health Organization noncommunicable disease global monitoring framework targets
Background: Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of preventable blindness among working-age adults worldwide. Saudi Arabia carries one of the highest diabetes burdens globally, yet a comprehensive evaluation of retinopathy screening coverage and its equity dimensions across the primary…
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Glaucoma awareness and screening uptake in the Saudi general population: A cross-sectional analysis of national survey data
Background: Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. Its insidious, asymptomatic onset renders population awareness and proactive screening essential for vision preservation; however, both remain poorly characterized in Saudi Arabia. Objectives: The objective of the study…
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Aberrometric analysis and visual results of patients undergoing Transepithelial photorefractive keratectomy: Safety, effectiveness, and optical quality
Background: Transphotorefractive keratectomy (tPRK) is an evolving surface ablation technique for the correction of myopia that avoids flap-related complications while aiming to provide excellent refractive outcomes. However, evidence regarding its impact on optical quality and aberrometric…
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Intraocular dissemination or de novo disease? Distinguishing primary vitreoretinal lymphoma from secondary lymphoma
This report describes a rare case most consistent with presumed primary vitreoretinal lymphoma (PVRL) in a patient with a remote history of follicular B-cell lymphoma, highlighting the clinical, imaging, and systemic features that help distinguish PVRL from secondary intraocular lymphoma. A…
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Evaluation of quality of life in patients with primary congenital glaucoma according to the Visual Function Questionnaire-25 and GLQ-15 scales
Introduction: Impaired visual function from an early age directly impacts the vision-related quality of life (VRQol) of patients with congenital glaucoma, affecting daily activities, emotional, and social well-being. Evaluating quality of life becomes a key comprehensive approach to understand the…
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Clinicopathological correlation and analysis of lacrimal drainage system lesions
Purpose: To evaluate the clinicopathological characteristics of biopsied lacrimal drainage system lesions and assess concordance between clinical and histopathological diagnoses. Methods: A retrospective review was conducted of 122 lacrimal drainage system biopsy specimens from 115 patients…
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Comparison of accommodative function in emmetropes and different grades of myopes in a tertiary health care center
Background: Accommodation is important for maintaining clear vision at different distances and is affected by the refractive status of the eye. Emmetropes usually show efficient and stable accommodation responses. However, changes in how the eye accommodates have been less frequently reported in…
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Report of a series of cases on the topical ophthalmic use of a pharmaceutical preparation of Atropa belladonna and Euphrasia officinalis for the treatment of dry eye: A multicenter observational study
Introduction: Dry eye syndrome is highly prevalent, and it is necessary to explore therapeutic alternatives for improving symptoms and lacrimal volume. Objective: The objective of this study was to report a case series of patients with dry eye treated with an ophthalmic preparation of Atropa…
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Crystalline lens and glaucoma: Clinical interactions, mechanisms, and surgical decisions
Purpose: To review and synthesize current evidence regarding the clinical interactions between the crystalline lens and glaucoma, including their impact on diagnosis, progression, and surgical decision-making. Methods: A narrative review of PubMed and Scopus (2000–2024) was performed using keywords…
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Infectious keratitis: Epidemiological profile at Hospital Universitario San Ignacio, Bogotá, DC
Purpose: Describe the population of patients with infectious keratitis during 5 years in a tertiary hospital in Bogotá, Colombia. Materials and Methods: Retrospective observational cross-sectional study conducted from 2017 to 2021. Clinical records of all patients with infectious keratitis were…