Anatomical outcome after brachytherapy with bi-nuclide (Ru-106/Iodine-125) plaques in large uveal melanomas by Leyla Jabbarli, Miltiadis Fiorentzis, Maja Guberina, Boerge Schmidt, Philipp Rating, Eva Biewald, Nika Guberina, Dirk Flühs, Norbert Bornfeld, Wolfgang Sauerwein, Martin Stuschke, Nikolaos E. Bechrakis

“…We aimed at analyzing the local tumor control and eye retention probability after BBNP. Methods All consecutive cases with large uveal melanoma (tumor thickness ≥ 7 mm) treated with BBNP at our institution between 01/1999 and 12/2020 were included (n = 576, median follow-up: 30.8 months [interquartile range, IQR: 12.9–57.4]). …”
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The changes of functional, structural and hemodynamic parameters of the optic disc in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma and diabetes mellitus in long-term follow-up by A. Zh. Fursova, Ju. A. Gamza, O. G. Gusarevich, A. S. Derbeneva, M. A. Vasil’eva

“…Purpose: to study the long-term changes of functional, structural, and hemodynamic parameters of the optic nerve in primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) accompanied by diabetes mellitus (DM).Material and methods. The study involved 258 patients (258 eyes), which were divided into five groups: 1st group — 58 patients with stage I POAG and DM; 2nd group — 50 patients (50 eyes) with stage I POAG; 3rd — 50 patients with stage III POAG and DM; 4th — 50 patients with stage III POAG; 5th — 50 patients with DM. …”
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Clinical and radiographic outcomes using standard length of cannulated screws for traditional Latarjet procedure by Juan M. Lopez-Ovenza, MD, Amaury Tapia, MD, Juan I. Duca, MD

“…Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and radiographic outcomes of open traditional Latarjet stabilization using 32-mm–long and 30-mm–long cannulated screws in males and females, respectively, with a minimum of 2 years of follow-up. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed open Latarjet procedures using cannulated screws of standard length with a minimum of 2 years of follow-up. …”
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The Ways of Using Social Media for Health Promotion Among Adolescents: Qualitative Interview and Focus Group Study by Elizabeth Zimmermann, Samuel Tomczyk

“…Instagram shows promise for adolescent health promotion through interactive, visually engaging, and culturally relevant content. …”
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Short-term results of wearing spectacle lenses with embedded rings of highly aspherical lenslets Stellest™ for myopia control by E. P. Tarutta, O. V. Proskurina, N. A. Tarasova, S. G. Arutyunyan, S. V. Milash, G. A. Markossian

“…Material and methods. 35 children aged 8-13 with myopia of 3.15 ± 0.19 D were prescribed eyeglasses with Stellest™ lenses. 32 children with myopia of 2.68 ± 0.18 D who used monofocal glasses served as control. …”
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Esketamine prevents carboprost-induced adverse reactions during cesarean section under combined spinal-epidural anesthesia: a double-blind, randomized trial by Feng Zhou, Qingling Ma, Fanqing Meng, Han Bao, Wei Liu, Guangfen Zhang, Yue Tian

“…Abstract Objectives To investigate adverse reactions to carboprost reduced by intravenous esketamine administered after childbirth via cesarean delivery with the patient under combined spinal-epidural anesthesia. Methods The study enrolled pregnant women aged 20–40 years, with American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) class II or III, and a gestational age of 37 weeks or more. …”
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Duration of the hypotensive effect of modified transscleral cyclophotocoagulation in patients with diabetic neovascular glaucoma by O. V. Guzun, O. S. Zadorozhnyy, I. O. Nasinnyk, Wael Chargui, A. R. Korol

“…Purpose: To determine the duration of the hypotensive effect of the modified transscleral cyclophotocoagulation (TSCPC) with an 810-nm laser (1.5 J/ pulse) versus a 1064-nm laser (1.0 J/ pulse) followed by a 12-month follow-up in patients with diabetic neovascular glaucoma (NVG), and to assess the need for repeat TSCPC. Material and Methods: This prospective open-label study included patients with diabetic NVG with a follow-up of 12 months. …”
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Refractive errors in premature infants with retinopathy of prematurity after anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapy by Vujanović Milena S., Stanković-Babić Gordana Lj., Oros Ana, Zlatanović Gordana D., Jovanović Predrag, Cekić Sonja P., Tomašević Branislav, Đorđević-Jocić Jasmina M.

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence and the degree of refractive errors in premature infants with severe ROP treated with antivascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) (bevacizumab). Methods. This prospective study included 21 patients (42 eyes) nine months old who received intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF therapy. …”
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Latent Cytomegalovirus Infection Is Associated With Impaired Left Ventricular Function After ST‐Segment–Elevation Myocardial Infarction by Luke Spray, Alasdair McIntosh, Peter J. McCartney, Peter W. Macfarlane, Annette Maznyczka, Paul Welsh, Colin Berry, Ioakim Spyridopoulos

“…Our objective was to investigate the association between latent cytomegalovirus infection and outcomes after STEMI. Methods This study includes 354 patients with STEMI who were recruited to T‐TIME (A Trial of Low‐Dose Adjunctive Alteplase During Primary PCI) and had blood samples cryopreserved. …”
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Abstract 265: A Curious Case Of Acute Binocular Diplopia, Ischemic Stroke Of The Interstitial Nucleus Of Cajal by Hamza M. Ahmed, Ahmad Al‐Awwad

“…Lesions of these interstitial nuclei and their tracts may produce vertical and torsional gaze‐holding deficits such as impairments in the vertical vestibulo‐occular reflex, hypertropia, counter‐rolling of the eyes, superior oblique palsy, and see‐saw and torsional nystagmus. Methods Case report and review of literature Results 45‐year‐old, right‐handed woman with history of turner syndrome, anemia, nephrolithiasis, horseshoe kidney, premature ovarian failure on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), suspected adrenal mass of undetermined significant, and degenerative disk disease presented to the emergency department with complaints of acute binocular diplopia and dizziness clarified to be sensation of the ground/objects bobbing in visual field. …”
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Research on the Anxiety and Depression of Patients with Mechanical Ocular Injuries: A Cross-Sectional Study by Li M, Wang Y, Chen H, Zheng F, Su Z, Li J, Yan H

“…The positive rates of anxiety and SAS total scores of individuals with mild visual impairment were significantly higher than those with low vision (p< 0.01) and blindness (p< 0.05). …”
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Quantitative Assessment of En&amp;#x2011;face OCT&amp;#x2011;Derived Minimum Intensity Fluid Changes Following Ranibizumab Biosimilar Therapy in Macular Neovascularization Secondar... by Sheth JU, Bhopalka AK, Meshram B, Karande S

“…Best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and the proportions of eyes with subretinal fluid (SRF), intraretinal fluid (IRF), and subretinal hyperreflective material (SHRM) were assessed. …”
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Attenuation of neutrophil adhesion and formation of neutrophil extracellular traps by pooled human immune globulins by Vidhya R. Rao, Vidhya R. Rao, Sana Iqbal, Bradford A. Young, Christine Mun, Christine Mun, Sandeep Jain, Sandeep Jain, Simon Kaja, Simon Kaja, Simon Kaja

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Temptation at every corner: exploring public perceptions of food cues and policy support for governmental food cue regulation in outdoor public spaces by Tamika M. Wopereis, Sanne K. Djojosoeparto, Frédérique C. Rongen, Sanne C. Peeters, Emely de Vet, Maartje P. Poelman

“…It also aimed to explore residents’ perceptions of food cues’ influence on eating behaviour to gain insight into the acceptability of food cues and support for governmental food cue regulation. Methods An exploratory study was conducted among 101 adults who photographed outdoor visual food cues in their municipality and answered survey questions about the food cues using a bespoke app (‘myfoodenvironment’). …”
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Pregnancy-induced thrombotic thrombocytopoenic purpura (TTP) complicated by atypical posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) and acute pancreatitis by Rithik Naik Korra, Nikhil Kumar Balagoni

“…Pregnancy is a known trigger for TTP because of increased von Willebrand factor levels and decreased ADAMTS13 activity.1 Distinguishing TTP from other pregnancy-related thrombotic microangiopathies, such as Haemolysis, Elevated Liver Enzymes, Low Platelets (HELLP) syndrome and preeclampsia, is crucial for timely intervention.2 We present a case of a pregnant woman diagnosed with TTP complicated by posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), acute kidney injury (AKI) and acute pancreatitis. Materials and Methods: A 28-year-old gravida 2, para 1 woman presented with seizures, vomiting, fever, decreased fetal movement and visual impairment. …”
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Natural Bioactive Compounds Promote Cell Apoptosis in Gastric Cancer Treatment: Evidence from Network Pharmacological Study and Experimental Analysis by Yan Wang, Haiyang Wang, Shun Xu

“…In this study, network pharmacology-based research was used to identify combinations with molecules, targets, and pathways to explore their interaction mechanisms. Methods. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology (TCMSP) database and the Traditional Chinese Medicine Integrated Database (TCMID) were widely implemented in selecting the active chemical components of SLCs with an oral bioavailability (OB) ≥ 30% and drug-likeness (DL) ≥ 18%. …”
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Tightrope vs. hook plate fixation for acute acromioclavicular joint dislocation: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Brandon Lim, MB, BCh, Ariel Chai, MB, BCh, Samher Jassim, MB, BCh, Mohamed Shaalan, MD

“…This systematic review and meta-analysis thus aim to compare the clavicular hook plate (HP) vs. the TightRope (TR) in the management of ACJ dislocation. Methods: A systematic search was conducted using Embase, Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science databases to retrieve all relevant studies. …”
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Changes in Major Retinal Blood Vessel Position Outside the Optic Nerve Head in Glaucomatous Eyes by Zahra Karjou, Shahin Yazdani, Behrouz Alizadeh Savareh, Bahareh Kheiri, Fatemeh Radinmehr

“…The current study investigates changes in the position of major retinal vessels outside the ONH in eyes with definite or suspected glaucoma and reports its clinical associations. Methods: This retrospective case–control study was conducted on a dataset of 2390 patients with definite or suspected glaucoma and serial photographic documentation from 2015 to 2022. …”
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Retinal clinical and morphofunctional changes in high myopia in combination with age-related macular degeneration of different stages by L. K. Moshetova, I. B. Alekseev, I. V. Vorobyeva, Yu. A. Nam

“…Purpose: an analysis of clinical and morphofunctional changes of the retina in high myopia combined with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) of various stages.Materials and methods. We examined 45 patients (87 eyes, mean age 60 years) with high myopia (ave. spherical equivalent (SE) of refraction -11.0 D [-15.0; -7.125]) and the “dry” form of AMD, categories AREDS 1, 2, 3. …”
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The Halo Vest Immobilization for Craniocervical Junction Tuberculosis: A Comparison of Treatment Options by Yunfeng Wu, Xiyou Yang, Long Yu, Ning Liu, Shangjie Yang, Xu Cui

“…This study aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes and safety of HV immobilization in treating CVJ tuberculosis, compared with OCF. Methods This retrospective cohort study was conducted from January 2012 to December 2022 and included 43 patients diagnosed with CVJ tuberculosis. …”
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