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The keratoconus conundrum:the inflammatory – environmental interplay

Keratoconus is an ectatic corneal disorder, first described by Dr John Nottingham in 1854 in his treatise entitled ‘Practical observations on the conical cornea and on the short sight and other defects of vision connected with it’. His observations were further supported by other ophthalmologists conducting research in the field, such as Sir William Bowman.

Nevertheless, 167 years later and keratoconus pathophysiology and associations remain a mystery and a challenge for researchers.

Read the full article and others in our upcoming edition of OSI…..coming soon.

This week Vito Romano as seen an increase in the number of surgeries along with trainees and observers.

“In recent weeks the number of surgeries is increasing and with it also the number of trainees and observers in theatre. Teaching is returning as before … so important and rewarding”

Have a nice evening  Vito 

David Lockington, OSI Editor, gives us a reminder of how our lives have changed under the lockdown rules of covid-19 and how one looks forward to getting back to normality.

“While recording talks for upcoming ophthalmology conferences, I am reminded that although virtual webinars have tried to fill the education gap, I will be even more grateful for in-person events in the future!” 

David Lockington, OSI Editor

Changes in our screen use habits during lockdown have had an impact on our eye health. Brian reminds us of the importance of just doing the simple things to care for our vision.

“Lockdown and Home Working Screen Eyes

If we could help in the simplest way. It’s waving a magic wand to make people blink more efficiently..more often and more a complete blink… 

You can’t see out of a dirty car windscreen.  The eyes are the same ..   and they hurt!”

Brian Tompkins, OSI Editor

Today, Arthur Cummings, OSI Editor, gave us a quick peek into his busy schedule. And gives us his personal motto….

“Busy week with a lot of surgical procedures and thankfully, no signs of ocular surface issues, given that patients are prepared so well prior to surgery with drops, warm compresses, Meibomian Gland expression, omega-3s and more. “Prevention is better than cure” is our motto”

Arthur Cummings, OSI Editor