SIZE matters… the size of the scalpel determines the precision of the surgery. Nanotechnology affords us the chance to construct nanotools that are on the size scale of molecules, allowing us to treat each cell of the human body as a patient. Nanomedicine will allow for eradication of disease at t...

We present the most recent advances in the understanding of the roles played by nerve endings and neuropeptides in local inflammatory processes of the ocular surface, in order to better clarify their function in physiologic and pathologic conditions and to open new research, diagnostic, and therapeu...

To assess whether the ophthalmic cases presenting at a Nigerian tertiary eye unit are appropriate for such level of care and also draw necessary implications for service delivery.

To determine the causes and prevalence of ocular morbidity among primary school children in Ilorin, Nigeria.

To compare the differences in vision and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) of individuals with ocular and non-ocular sarcoidosis; and to examine the impact of specific demographic and clinical factors on the noted differences. A cross-sectional study using non-randomized prospective cohort was...

The antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitides-Wegener's granulomatosis, microscopic polyangiitis, and Churg-Strauss syndrome-can present with various ophthalmic manifestations. In a subset of patients, these findings may be the earliest indicators of systemic disease. Orbita...

Younger postmenstrual age at laser treatment may be related to an increased risk of anterior segment complications, which should be recognized and managed appropriately. 2010 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved....