Ophthalmology
Worried about cataracts? Here's what you need to know
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness around the world, but surgery can restore vision.
May 31, 2023
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Medical research
Researchers developing eyedrops to treat cataracts
Many years ago, I began my Ph.D. with the firm resolve of finding a cure for cataracts—not in several years or decades, but within the duration of my Ph.D. Such was my enthusiasm and naivety. Decades later, though, that ...
Aug 26, 2022
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Ophthalmology
New cataract surgery options can restore your vision
Cataracts, any ophthalmologist will tell you, are an extremely common side effect of growing older. Live long enough, and most people will develop this condition—a clouding of the normally clear eye lens—in one or both ...
Aug 23, 2022
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Genetics
Cholesterol-lowering gene changes may increase the risk of cataracts
People who have genetic variations associated with lowering LDL-cholesterol similar to statin medications appear to have an increased risk of developing cataracts and having cataract surgery, according to new research published ...
Jun 15, 2022
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Cardiology
Cataracts tied to higher odds of death from heart disease
(HealthDay)—Cataracts, a common eye disorder that often comes with age, may also be linked to a heightened risk of death from heart disease, new research shows.
Oct 26, 2021
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Ophthalmology
Study explores treatment options for babies with cataracts
Cataracts are uncommon in babies, but when they occur, the cloudy lenses must be removed without delay or blindness may result.
Jun 27, 2019
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Health
Tuck into colourful fruits and vegetables and see the light
A $5.7 billion global medical bill to restore sight for the estimated 45 million people with cataracts could be slashed in half by a diet rich in colourful fruits and vegetables, according to an international study.
Mar 25, 2019
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Ophthalmology
Curing cataracts without surgery?
Cataracts are very common. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 20.5 million Americans age 40 and over have them. Cataracts slowly cloud your vision, and people struggling with them say it's like ...
Nov 16, 2015
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Genetics
Researchers identify genes linked to cataract formation
When cataracts encroach on the eyes, the only effective remedy is to surgically replace the eyes' lenses with synthetic substitutes.
Jun 18, 2015
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Ophthalmology
Review explores challenges of ocular antioxidants for cataracts
(HealthDay)—Delivery of antioxidants to the eye may be a therapeutic option for cataracts, but considerable challenges need to be resolved, according to a review published in the April issue of the Journal of Pharmacy and ...
Apr 17, 2015
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