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The correct differential diagnosis is essential to direct the patient with viral conjunctivitis towards the most appropriate treatment, in order not to risk the incorrect use of antibiotics. Conjunctivitis: classification......

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Ocular endoscopy: a journey into the eye

In ophthalmology, optimal visualisation and ease of surgical manipulation are the cornerstone for successful surgical results. Despite considerable technical progress, some ocular structures remain inaccessible......

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A recent study has proposed a method to predict the progression of retinopathy by studying different phenotypes of type 2 diabetes. According to recent estimates, the prevalence of......

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Many studies have shown that both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the pathogenesis and progression of myopia. The latter most commonly influence major changes in prevalence......

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The mechanisms of interfering RNAs (iRNAs), in particular small interfering RNAs (siRNAs), have recently been investigated for their possible use in the treatment of various disorders. These......

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The relationship between ocular manifestations and dermatological diseases is important to recognise for the appropriate management of patients, as many dermatological diseases may initially manifest themselves with ocular findings. La......

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An imbalance in the proteome of the crystalline lens could be a major contributor to cataract formation. This is what emerges from a recent study, which showed that proteins......

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Ultra-wide-field imaging is a technological innovation that has made it possible to obtain very high-resolution images of the retina, making it possible to visualise approximately 82% of the total retinal area, compared to only 30%......

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