GENETIC RESEARCH ON OPHTHALMOLOGY
This months issue of EuroTimes includes a series of articles and features focusing on the impact of genetic research on ophthalmology


Retinoblastoma cell-of-origin is immortalised from the start

Bio-engineering used to provide eyes to progeny of blind mutant fish

Separating the fact from fiction of genetic testing for glaucoma

Genetic research providing new therapeutic avenues for retinoblastoma

Ocular Update

The latest research results, debates and controversies
in ophthalmology

Multicentre trials to determine intravitreal triamcinolone’s place in the treatment of macular oedema

Research continues in quest to produce bionic eyes
Flap thickness varies between surgeons even when using same microkeratome

Deeper placement of collagen implant may improve outcome in glaucoma patients

Remnants of vision are worth preserving to maintain health

Continuous supplemental oxygen may improve diabetic macular oedema

German doctors debate ‘Integrated care’ concept

New orbital decompression surgery technique for thyroid patients may achieve better cosmetic results

Femtosecond laser may be useful in nonpenetrating glaucoma surgery procedures

LASIK surgeon appeals loss of medical license

Features

	Regulatory Matters Working Time Directive deadline signals more work for ophthalmologists
	Bio-Ophthalmology Looking for a needle in a stack of needles: using microarrays in glaucoma research
	Journal Watch Vision science highlights from the world’s leading journals of medicine and science Outlook on industry Outlook on Industry
	In Your Good Books Glimpsing into genomeland: a look at the future of genetics in ophthalmology