Mar 2007

Features

The Best Ways to Avoid Endophthalmitis

A look at the tried-and-true infection-avoidance strategies, as well as some that are still controversial.

Departments

Review News

Editor's Page

Bottom Line

Trivial Pursuit: Why So Many Lawsuits

Two attorneys weigh in on why the number of lawsuits is out of control.

Technology Update

An Early Look at Windows Vista

The new operating system brings new features, but possibly some difficulties, as well.

Retinal Insider

Changing Approaches to Diabetic Retinopathy

Despite a variety of treatments, diabetic retinopathy is a common cause of blindness in adults.

Glaucoma Management

Anti-VEGF Drugs and Neovascular Glaucoma

Agents that slow or stop the proliferation of blood vessels may be of great use in treating this disease.

Therapeutic Topics

Ocular Encounters of the Viral Kind

Tips for differentiating viral disease from other entities, and a look at treatment.

Cornea/Anterior Segment

Update on Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome

New protocols for cleaning, processing and sterilization are on the way to help surgeons and centers prevent this condition.

The Best Ways to Avoid Endophthalmitis

A look at the tried-and-true infection-avoidance strategies, as well as some that are still controversial.

Refractive Surgery

An Update on Thin-Flap LASIK

Thin flaps can enhance patient safety—but how thin is too thin?

Product News

Research Review

Wills Eye Resident Case Series

Wills Eye Resident Case Series

Attention to ocular signs leads to the diagnosis of a systemic disease.