Meta-analysis of 8688 specimens reveals incidental ocular surface squamous neoplasia prevalence and risk factors in pterygium
Hidden Eye Cancer Found in 1 in 75 Pterygium Surgeries
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated 8688 clinically diagnosed pterygia specimens to determine the prevalence of incidental oc…
A new analysis finds that 1.32% of pterygium growths actually contain hidden eye cancer, with risk rising closer to the equator.
Regression-based keratometric prediction models showed refractive performance comparable to postoperative keratometry in pterygium and cataract cases.
You Can Predict Your Glasses Needs After Pterygium Surgery
This retrospective cohort analysis evaluated 20 unilateral eyes undergoing staged cataract surgery following pterygium excision. A regressio…
A new math model predicts eye shape after pterygium surgery just as well as waiting for post-op scans, helping doctors plan vision needs bef…