International Journal of Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2024

  • Research Article

    Racial and Socioeconomic Differences Correlate with Healthcare Disparities in Patients with Diabetic Retinopathy

    Deven Huang, Sara Channamsetty, Erol Verter, John Huang*

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2024
    Pages: 30-39
    Received: 30 May 2024
    Accepted: 20 June 2024
    Published: 2 July 2024
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    Abstract: Diabetic retinopathy (DR), an ocular complication of diabetes mellitus, is the leading cause of permanent blindness in the United States for young adults. Due to biological and environmental factors, diabetes mellitus is well known to disproportionally affect people of color and those of lower socioeconomic status; however, the racial and socioecon... Show More
  • Review Article

    A Closer Look: Environmental Stressors and Their Effects on the Ocular Surface

    Manish Kumar Sah*, Sumi Rajak, Bikash Jaiswal, Melina Madai

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2024
    Pages: 40-45
    Received: 3 July 2024
    Accepted: 22 July 2024
    Published: 31 July 2024
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    Abstract: Environmental variables have a considerable impact on the ocular surface, both structurally and functionally. The cornea, conjunctiva, and tear film form the ocular surface, which is essential for preserving visual clarity and comfort. UV radiation, air pollutants, allergens, and climatic changes can all upset the delicate balance of the ocular sur... Show More
  • Research Article

    Use of Tear Substitutes to enhance the Image Quality of the Optic Nerve and Retina by Optical Coherence Tomography

    Rai Tanvi Ravindranath, Nayak Vittal Irvathur*, Alhaj Farhath Tasneem, Channabasappa Seema, Achar Myna

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 3, September 2024
    Pages: 46-55
    Received: 14 April 2024
    Accepted: 26 August 2024
    Published: 26 September 2024
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    Abstract: Background & Objectives: Dry eye disease (DED) has become very prevalent, with the increased usage of internet and video terminals. The present study was carried out to compare the efficacy of tear substitutes in enhancing the signal strength of measurements of optic nerve head, retinal nerve fiber layer and macula by Optical coherence tomography (... Show More