Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology keeps pace with important advances in all spheres of the neurologic and ophthalmologic sciences. Clinicians and researchers worldwide report on recent developments in diagnosing and treating ophthalmologic, neurologic, endocrine, inflammatory, and neoplastic conditions affecting the oculomotor and visual systems. The Journal publishes original, peer-reviewed articles on both clinical and basic aspects of neuro-ophthalmology. Other regular features include revie ...
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Should Anti-Viral/Anti-VZV Treatment Be Used in Patients with GCA?
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Recent reports show that varicella zoster virus (VZV) antigen is found in temporal artery (TA) biopsies inpatients with giant cell arteritis (GCA). Two experts (Drs Liao and Kedar) debate whether anti-viral therapy should be used routinely in patients with GCA.
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More Than Meets the Eye: The Eye and Migraine—What You Need to Know
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In this podcast, the author of the paper entitled “More Than Meets the Eye: The Eye and Migraine—What You Need to Know” discusses how the migraine and eye pain pathways are similar and affect many of the common complaints which are seen in ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology offices, such as dry eye and postoperative eye pain.…
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In tjis podcast Dr Paul Phillips discusses findings from his paper with Janet Rucker “Efferent Vision Therapy”. They conclude there is insufficient evidence to recommend “vision therapy” for the treatment of learning disabilities, impaired reading, dyslexia, or ADHD.
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Persistent Asymmetric Optic Disc Swelling After Long-Duration Space Flight: Implications for Pathogenesis
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In this podcast, the authors of the paper entitled “Neuro-ophthalmology of space flight” provide an update of the history, clinical findings, and possible pathogenic etiologies of the constellation of neuro-ophthalmic findings discovered in astronauts after long-duration space flight; and to discuss the terrestrial implications of such findings.…
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Ocular Motor Manifestations of Multiple Sclerosis
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This podcast features an interview with Caroline Tilikete, author of a recent JNO State of the Art Review on Ocular Motor Manifestations of Multiple Sclerosis. The high prevalence of ocular motor manifestations emphasizes the importance of neuro-ophthalmological examination among patients with MS. Appropriate treatment, which both the paper and pod…
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In this podcast, the authors of “Cerebellar Control of Eye Movements” discuss the central role the cerebellum plays in the real-time controland long-term modulation of eye movements.
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A Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Clinical Trial: An Industry and NORDIC Collaboration
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In this podcast, Dr Neil Miller,one of the authors of the editorial entitled “A Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Clinical Trial: An Industry and NORDIC Collaboration” talks about what is the leading cause of sudden optic nerve–related vision loss in individuals over 50 years old (caused by inadequate blood supply to the optic nerve h…
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In this podcast, the authors of the paper entitled “Neuro-ophthalmology of outer space” talk about the history, clinical findings, and possible pathogenic etiologies of the constellation of neuro-ophthalmic findings discovered in astronauts after long-duration space flight; and to discuss the terrestrial implications of such findings. The views rep…
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Are erectile dysfunction (ED) medications causally related to NAION?
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In this podcast, Drs. Michael S. Lee and Michael Vaphiades engage in a point-counterpoint debate over whether erectile dysfunction (ED) medications are causally related to NAION?
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Interview with Dr Mark Kupersmith regarding his Hoyt Lecture on Optical Imaging of the Optic Nerve: Beyond Demonstration of Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Loss
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Finite element modeling of optic chiasmal compression
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In this podcast, Drs. Lueck, Wang and Neely discuss the implications of their research that aims to investigate the mechanism of bitemporal hemianopia by studying the biomechanics of chiasmal compression caused by a pituitary tumour growing below the optic chiasm.
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Fellowships in Neuro-ophthalmology: Around the Brain With 50 Fellows
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In this podcast, Dr Nancy Newman expands upon themes she raised during the Twelth Annual Hoyt Lecture. Her paper entitled “Neuro-Ophthalmology in Review: Around the Brain With 50 Fellows” represents an encapsulation of her lecture.
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The Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Treatment Trial: Design Considerations and Methods
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In this podcast, Dr Deborah Friedman expands upon themes raised in the recently published paper entitled “The Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Treatment Trial: Design Considerations and Methods”. The IIHTT is the first randomized, double-masked placebo-controlled trial to study the effectiveness of medical treatment for patients with IIH.…
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In this podcast, Dr Jeffrey Bennett discusses his review article “The Treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica”.
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Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration vs Cerebrospinal Diversion Procedures: What Is the Preferred Surgical Procedure for the Treatment of Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Failing Maximum Medical Therapy ...
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In this podcast, Drs. Karl Golnik and Andrew Lee continue their Point-Counterpoint discussion on the topic Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration vs Cerebrospinal Diversion Procedures
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Are We There Yet? Is Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Cusp of a Paradigm Shift? Lessons From Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
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In this podcast, Dr Alfredo Sadun expands upon themes he raised during his 2012 Hoyt Lecture. His paper entitled “Are We There Yet? Is Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Cusp of a Paradigm Shift? Lessons From Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy” represents an encapsulation of his lecture.
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Interventional Neuro-Ophthalmology: Not an Oxymoron
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In this podcast, Dr Steven A. Newman expands upon themes he raised during the Tenth Annual Hoyt Lecture. His paper entitled “Interventional Neuro-Ophthalmology: Not an Oxymoron” represents an encapsulation of his lecture.
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Orbital Radiation Therapy for Thyroid Eye Disease
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The treatment of thyroid eye disease remains difficult and controversial. Although a few studies have addressed the use of orbital radiation therapy in thyroid eye disease, the large spectrum of clinical presentations and the fluctuating natural history of the disease make it difficult to evaluate the true effect of this treatment modality. In this…
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Management of the pregnant woman with a neuro-ophthalmic disorder may be challenging. Physiologic changes in pregnancy make vascular conditions more frequent, including retinal artery occlusion, spontaneous orbital hemorrhage, and pituitary apoplexy. Treatment of the neuro-ophthalmic complications of pregnancy requires an understanding of the risks…
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Papilledema has long been recognized as a valuable sign of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). But because papilledema is based on interruption of the energy-dependent process of axoplasmic flow, it appears late after a rise in ICP. Papilledema is usually present in chronically high ICP but sometimes asymmetrically in the 2 eyes and rarely in 1 …
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Update on Retinal Prosthetic Research: The Boston Retinal Implant Project
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The field of retinal prosthetic research, now more than 20 years old, has produced many high-quality technical options that have the potential to restore vision to patients with acquired disease of the outer retina. Having developed a wireless device implanted in the subretinal space, the Boston Retinal Implant Project has focused its efforts on de…
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Neuroretinitis: Review of the Literature and New Observations
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Neuroretinitis (NR) is an inflammatory disorder characterized by optic disc edema and subsequent formation of a macular star figure. Cases can be divided into those in which a specific infectious agent has been identified, those considered idiopathic, and those with recurrent attacks. Some reports have not distinguished among these subgroups, and i…
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Jeffrey Goldberg, author of the paper “Four Steps to Optic Nerve Regeneration” discusses the outcomes of this important new review article. The paper is published in the December 2010 issue of the Journal of Neuro-ophthalmology.
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