International Journal of Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Volume 4, Issue 3, September 2019

  • Malignant Hypertensive Retinopathy Revealing Bilateral Renal Atrophy in Adolescent at Chu-Campus of Lomé

    Kassoula Batomaguela Nonon-Saa, Abbevi Eli Abbey, Dadjo Amouzou, Dadjo Amouzou, Nidain Maneh, Adam Nouhou Diori, Isreal Tchodjoou, Regine Mewamba Wamba, Kokou Vonor, Kokou Messan Amedome, Koffi Didier Ayena, Komi Balo

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3, September 2019
    Pages: 42-45
    Received: Jun. 10, 2019
    Accepted: Jul. 23, 2019
    Published: Aug. 08, 2019
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    Abstract: Malignant hypertension, which was defined as the association of a severe elevation of blood pressure with retinopathy stage III or IV according to KEITH and WAGENER, now takes into account the involvement of the noble organs such as central nervous system, heart and kidneys. It is this attack that determines the severity, urgency and vital prognosi... Show More
  • Comparative Analysis of Two Low Cost Graft Fixation Procedures in Pterygium Surgery in a Developing Country

    Shreesha Kumar Kodavoor, Raline Solomon Amalakaran, Dandapani Ramamurthy

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3, September 2019
    Pages: 46-50
    Received: Jul. 08, 2019
    Accepted: Aug. 12, 2019
    Published: Aug. 23, 2019
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    Abstract: Aim: To compare surgical outcomes of pterygium excision with conjunctival autograft using Sutures and Autologous blood for primary pterygium. Materials and methods: Retrospective study done in 404 eyes with primary pterygium. Excision of the pterygium and conjunctival autograft fixation using sutures (group 1) or Autologous blood (group 2). Graft r... Show More
  • Effect of Short-Term Oral Vitamin D3 Supplementation on Tear Film in Dry Eye Subjects

    Saud Ahmed Alanazi, Ali Suleeman Alfaifi, Ali Abusharha, Raied Fagehi, Ali Mazyed Alsaqr, Gamal Abdel-Rahman El-Hiti, Ali Mohammed Masmali

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3, September 2019
    Pages: 51-57
    Received: Jul. 31, 2019
    Accepted: Aug. 15, 2019
    Published: Aug. 28, 2019
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    Abstract: Vitamin D deficiency is common worldwide, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa. The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency (<50 nmol/L) is very high in Saudi Arabia and is associated with several chronic illnesses. The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of short-term oral vitamin D3 supplementation on tear film stability in dry eye subjects. Thirty male dry eye subjects aged 19–37 years (mean ± standard deviation (SD) = 26.2±5.0 years) completed the study. An age-matched control group of 30 norm... Show More
  • The Effect of Raised Preoperative Serum Glucose Levels on Outcomes of Cataract Surgery

    Sudhir Pendke, Iqbal Bombaywala, Saloni Singh

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 3, September 2019
    Pages: 58-62
    Received: Jul. 16, 2019
    Accepted: Aug. 21, 2019
    Published: Sep. 05, 2019
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    Abstract: Background: Cataract in diabetic patients is a major cause of visual impairment in the world. The aim of cataract surgery in diabetics with raised serum glucose levels is to achieve good postoperative vision and reduced complications. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to observe the intraoperative and postoperative complications and postoperati... Show More