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Lack of HPV in pterygium with no evidence of autoinoculation and the role of cytokines in pterygium with dry eye

Scientific Reports, 2021
This study evaluated human papillomavirus’s (HPV) role in pterygium pathogenesis, its autoinoculation from genitalia to ocular surface, potential cytokines involved, and crosstalk cytokines between pterygium and dry eye (DE).
Lita Uthaithammarat, Ngamjit Kasetsuwan, Yuda Chongpison, Pimpetch Kasetsuwan, Usanee Reinprayoon, Pornjarim Nilyanimit, Yong Pooworawan   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Comparison of conjunctival pedicle flap to corneal fixation strength achieved by Tisseel® fibrin glue, ethyl cyanoacrylate adhesive, ReSure® hydrogel sealant, and conventional suturing with 8‐0 VICRYL® ophthalmic suture

Veterinary Ophthalmology, Volume 28, Issue 2, Page 253-263, March 2025.
Abstract Objective To determine and compare the fixation strength of conjunctival pedicle flaps to cornea achieved via conventional ophthalmic suture and three different adhesive compounds. Animals Studied Ex vivo porcine globes. Procedures Following a 6 mm wide 500‐micron‐restricted depth lamellar keratectomy, conjunctival pedicle flaps were secured ...
Elodie M. VerHulst, Roxanne M. Rodriguez Galarza, Ian P. Herring, Renata Velloso Ramos, Andrew R. Kemper   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of subconjunctival bevacizumab injection before primary pterygium excision: a clinical and immunohistochemical study

Delta Journal of Ophthalmology, 2019
Purpose The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of preoperative subconjunctival bevacizumab injection on the clinical and immunohistochemical analysis of primary pterygium.
Abd Elmagid M Tag Eldin, Mona M Aly, Marwa A El Kholy   +2 more
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Contrasting Ocular Manifestations of Xeroderma Pigmentosum in Siblings

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) can present with markedly different ocular severities even among siblings sharing the same genetic background. Early detection and preventive care are crucial to reduce the risk of vision‐ and life‐threatening malignancies.
Mohammad Taher Rajabi, Ali Asadzadeh, Seyed Mohsen Rafizadeh, Amirhossein Aghajani, Amin Zand   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Blindness and prognostic factors after trabeculectomy with mitomycin C in patients with open‐angle glaucoma with long‐term follow‐up

Acta Ophthalmologica, Volume 104, Issue 3, Page e232-e238, May 2026.
Abstract Purpose To determine the long‐term blindness rate and related prognostic factors in eyes with open‐angle glaucoma after trabeculectomy using adjunctive mitomycin C (MMC). Methods The retrospective cohort study included 714 eyes from 714 patients with open angle glaucoma who underwent trabeculectomy using MMC.
Masato Matsuo, Akira Sawada, Taishi Miyase, Masayuki Inuzuka, Masaomi Kubota, Tetsuya Yamamoto   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

A pilot study of intralesional ranibizumab on pterygium vascularity, size and recurrence rate [PDF]

, 2015
Introduction: Pterygium is a common eye disorder in Malaysia due to the country’s location near to the equator. Recent study has found that vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is present in great amount in pterygium epithelium especially in its ...
Chi, Ho Hao
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Management of the knees in arthrogryposis [PDF]

, 2015
Arthrogryposis is defined as limited range of motion in three or more joints in two or more body parts. This article will describe treatment options for the arthrogrypotic knee.
Eva Pontén
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Prevalence, Etiology, and Antifungal Resistance Profiles of Ocular Fungal Infections in Ghanaian Ophthalmic Patients: A Multicenter Cross‐Sectional Study

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Ocular fungal infections are an important but often underrecognized cause of ocular morbidity, particularly in resource‐limited settings. Delayed diagnosis and inappropriate treatment can lead to poor visual outcomes and increased disease burden.
Isaiah Osei Duah Junior, Abigail Oforiwaa Boateng, Kwadwo Owusu Akuffo, Lord Gyimah, Kingsley Badu   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The role of heredity in pterygium development

International Journal of Ophthalmology, 2014
Several risk factors, which include heredity, ultra-violet (UV) light and chronic inflammation, contribute to pterygium development. However, there is no report integrating these factors in the pathogenesis of pterygium.
Peter Anguria, James Kitinya, Sam Ntuli, Trevor Carmichael   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Facial dermatosis papulosa nigra, a risk for the development of pterygium and myopia: a descriptive cross-sectional study in Ghana

Journal of Public Health in Africa, 2022
Background. Dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN) affects sun-exposed areas such as the face, neck, and trunk. The prevalence of pterygium and myopia in DPN patients in Ghana has not been studied.
Du-Bois Asante, Korantema M. Tsegah, Ebenezer Afrifa-Yamoah, Samuel Kyei, Dunyah J. Dzidzor, Reindolf Anokye   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source