This blog on Intraocular lenses (IOLs) was authored by Dr. Salman Waqar, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery. IOLs (intraocular lenses) are implanted into a patient’s eye during surgery to remove cataracts. During the ‘refractive lens exchange’ procedure, the surgeon replaces the natural lens with these medical devices. Before the 1980s and the introduction… Continue reading What are Intraocular lenses (IOLs)
This week’s blog on Advanced Diabetic Retinopathy has been contributed by Dr. Ammar Safar, Chief Medical Officer, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon. Advanced Diabetic Retinopathy The effects of uncontrolled diabetes (through diet or medications) on the eye can be devastating in several ways. The most severe effect is on the Retina, a sensitive membrane that… Continue reading Advanced Diabetic Retinopathy
Age-Related Macular Degeneration Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common causes of the loss of vision in people aged 50 and older. Worldwide, the number of people with age-related macular degeneration is projected to reach 196 million by 2020, increasing to 288 million by 2040. (1) The vision loss occurs due to… Continue reading Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Selecting a pair of sunglasses Sunglasses may help you look cool and fashionable but they are also designed to protect your eyes, so choosing a pair of sunglasses is about more than just looking good. 1) The lenses UV protection It’s important to protect against excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. Make sure that you… Continue reading Selecting a pair of sunglasses
Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) is one of the most common vascular disorders affecting the retina. It is a leading cause of sudden, painless vision loss, particularly in adults over 50 years of age. Although the condition may sound alarming, early diagnosis and timely treatment can significantly improve outcomes and help preserve vision. This guide is… Continue reading Retinal Vein Occlusion: Causes, symptoms, and treatment options
This week’s blog on Paediatric Cataract has been contributed by Dr Syed M. Asad Ali, Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist, Strabismus and Cataract Surgery What is Cataract? Cloudiness or opacity in the natural crystalline lens of the eye is called cataract. It is also called ‘white water’ or ‘white pearl’ because of its white appearance. Cataract is… Continue reading What Is Paediatric Cataract? Causes, Risks & Management
This blog has been authored by Dr. Salman Waqar, Consultant Ophthalmologist in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery for Children and Adults While glaucoma is often associated with adults, it can also affect children, even from birth. Known as paediatric glaucoma or congenital glaucoma, this condition involves increased pressure inside the eye, which may damage the optic nerve… Continue reading What is Paediatric Glaucoma? Causes, Signs and Treatment Options
Traditionally, the aim of cataract surgery has been to give patients the quality of vision to ensure a normal lifestyle including distance vision activities such as driving and watching movies. For clear near vision after cataract surgery, patients would often still require glasses for reading. Nowadays, candidates for cataract surgery have a wide range of… Continue reading Multifocal Intraocular Lenses
Diabetes is a significant public health issue across the Gulf region, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. According to the international diabetes federation, approximately 20.7% of UAE adults are living with diabetes, equating to around 1.25 million adults, or 1 in 6 adults. Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body absorbs,… Continue reading What is Diabetic Retinopathy
This blog on Keratoconus has been contributed by Dr Osama Giledi, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Specialist in Cataract, Cornea and Refractive Vision Correction Surgery What is Keratoconus? The word Keratoconus comes from two Greek words: kerato (cornea) and konos (cone). Keratoconus is a degenerative disorder of the eye in which the shape of the cornea, which is… Continue reading What is Keratoconus?
This week’s blog on Uveitis has been contributed by Dr Avinash Gurbaxani, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in Uveitis and Medical Retinal Diseases and Cataract Surgery. Uveitis is not a single disease but a clinical spectrum of symptoms and signs caused by a variety of medical conditions. Although it accounts for about 1% of all eye diseases, Uveitis… Continue reading What is Uveitis?