7. Genetic Testing for AMD (Dr. Brian Ballios)

06/28/23 • 33 min

Many patients have begun to undergo genetic testing for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) to get a better understanding of their risk profile and possible advice on preventative measures they can take. But what exactly does the research show about the genetics of AMD, and what does genetic testing actually look for? And perhaps most importantly, how, if at all, does an understanding of one’s genetic propensity for AMD, ultimately affect treatment? Dr. Brian Ballios joins the podcast.
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6. The White Cataract (Dr. Brian Kim)

Even for the more experienced surgeon, a white cataract likely raises their adrenaline level just a tiny bit. Perhaps the biggest concern is – what if I start operating, and I get the dreaded Argentinian flag sign? Or less dramatic, what if the rhexis starts running out and the case becomes more complicated than expected? The reality is, white cataracts can be tough. But are there certain ways to predict when a white cataract might be more complex? What are some effective techniques that can help us maneuver a challenging capsulorhrexis that seems to want to run out to the zonules? Dr. Brian Kim joins the podcast to share pearls on operating on white cataracts.
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8. Pseudoexfoliation in Cataract Surgery (Dr. Deepak Megur)

In a patient with pseudoexfoliation, there is a heightened chance of zonular laxity that could cause the surgery to be more challenging. While most of us can recite the general tenets of how to manage these cases in theory, it can be much more challenging when dealing with the situation practically. How can we predict pre-operatively whether there will be significant zonulopathy? How might we minimize zonular trauma in such cases of zonulopathy? Dr. Deepak Megur joins the podcast to share pearls regarding preoperative assessment, capsulotomies, hydrodissection, nucleus disassembly, and use of capsular tension rings.
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