College of Optometrists

A number of factors can lead to an increased risk of stroke. This paper reviews the risk factors for stroke that can be viewed on retinal examination.

This paper will attempt to provide a balanced view of the current evidence concerning the use of coloured spectacle lenses.

The purpose of this paper is to review what is currently known about ophthalmic work-related discomfort and to offer practical tips for optometrists to help reduce the risk of discomfort for themselves and others in the workplace.

This article provides a review of the basic understanding of autoimmunity and its relevance to autoimmune disease. Its main remit is to describe some of the common autoimmune diseases which will present to a community optometric practice and discuss their underlying pathogenesis. Modern approaches to treatment are also reviewed. A short glossary of some immunological terms is included.

The article highlights the signs, symptoms and principles of treatment of uveitis with considerable emphasis on the commonest subtype, anterior uveitis.

There are several strands to an action in negligence. The author addresses each one in turn.

Specialist lenses are used in five main categories: high prescriptions, disrupted visual development, irregular corneal surface, poor cosmesis and therapeutic. The contact lens practitioner needs to have an understanding of the eye conditions being treated as well as the ability to fit the appropriate lens type for each.

This paper reports and discusses findings from an online AMD research survey, designed to investigate current practice for AMD amongst optometric practitioners in the Republic of Ireland and the UK. Take the MCQ test here

This article outlines the use and interpretation of common colour vision tests, and how to advise patients on the basis of the results.

The aims of this review are to examine the recent research that has been undertaken in management of amblyopia and extrapolate the key findings that should be implemented in clinical practice.