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Comprehensive Management of Von Hippel-Lindau Disease: Genetic and Oncological Perspectives
STATEMENT OF NEED
Von Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL) is an autosomal dominant disease in which germline pathogenic variants in the VHL gene predispose individuals to specific types of benign tumors, malignant tumors, and cysts in multiple organs, including clear cell renal cell carcinoma (RCC), renal cysts, central nervous system hemangioblastomas, retinal hemangioblastomas, pancreatic tumors and cysts, endolymphatic sac tumors, and cystadenomas of the epididymis and broad ligament (NIH, 2024). ... |
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Inherited Retinal Diseases: Navigating the Future of Diagnostics and Emerging Therapies
The differential diagnosis and workup of a suspected inherited retinal disease (IRD) can be challenging, requiring the expertise of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Guidelines released in 2022 by the American Academy of Ophthalmology provide recommendations and clinical genetic assessments for patients with IRDs. Genetic counseling is essential to help patients understand the genetic test results, their implications for prognosis, family planning, and therapeutic decisions. Genetic testi... |
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Extending Dosing Intervals in Retinal Disease: Patient Perspectives and Clinical Insights to Guide Your Practice
Neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) and diabetic macular edema (DME) are increasingly prevalent retinal diseases that pose significant challenges in ophthalmic care. While anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapies have greatly improved visual outcomes for patients with these conditions, real-world data indicate that many patients receive suboptimal treatment and monitoring, resulting in poorer visual outcomes. Newer therapeutic options have been developed to exte... |
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Patient‐Centered GA Care: A Synergistic Approach to Optimize Management
The recent FDA approval of 2 novel therapies for the management of patients with geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration has further reenforced the necessity for early GA diagnosis to limit progression. Advances in imaging technologies now provide tools for better detection and characterization of GA, along with biomarkers to monitor progression over time. Optometrists, as front-line eye healthcare providers, play a critical role in the timely diagnosis, managemen... |
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The Retina Radar With Dr. Arshad Khanani on DR, GA, New Mechanisms, and Noninvasive Treatments
Retinal diseases are a leading cause of global vision impairment, driven by an increasing prevalence and the need for more effective treatment. Although clinical trials have shown promising results for various therapies, real-world application often yields less impressive outcomes due to factors like under-treatment and patient non-adherence. New and emerging therapies, particularly for conditions like diabetic macular edema (DME), diabetic retinopathy, and geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to... |
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GA and Advances in Imaging and Surgery: State-of-the-Art Management
The continued evolution of diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical algorithms for the management of patients with retinal diseases offer the potential for enhancing visual, anatomical, and quality-of-life outcomes in these patients. Recognition, understanding, and application of these evidence-based advances are imperative to enhance treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction. During Part 2 of this 2-part educational activity, updates in geographic atrophy will be discussed, along with advances... |
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nAMD, Diabetic Eye Disease, and RVO: State-of-the-Art Management
The continued evolution of diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical algorithms for the management of patients with retinal diseases offer the potential for enhancing visual, anatomical, and quality-of-life outcomes in these patients. Recognition, understanding, and application of these evidence-based advances are imperative to enhance treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction. During Part 1 of this 2-part educational activity, updates in state-of-the-art management strategies for neovascular ag... |
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