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Eye disease treatment for preemies

Post author:Armi Menorca
Post published:October 24, 2017
Post category:Blog General Science Health News Ophthalmology Optical Sciences Optician Optometry Research and Studies Wellness
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Ground-breaking research by Monash University scientists has demonstrated the previously unknown existence of a disease-fighting immune cell in the eye and points to potential novel ways of treating eye disorders in premature babies and diabetic adults.

The scientists, led by Professor Jennifer Wilkinson-Berka in the Central Clinical School’s new Department of Diabetes, were investigating improved ways of treating retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), which occurs in very small, prematurely born babies. (more…)

Pregnancy complication may increase risk to mothers’ eyes

Post author:Armi Menorca
Post published:March 13, 2017
Post category:Blog Continuing Education General Science Health Ophthalmology Optical Sciences Optometry Research and Studies Wellness
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A study published in Obstetrics and Gynecology suggests that pre-eclampsia may be associated with retinal disease in the mother later in life. Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and large amounts of protein in the urine. According to this study, more severe and earlier-onset pre-eclampsia was associated with even higher risk. (more…)