Showing 1-20 of 157 for: Cochrane Systematic Reviews > Eye and ear 
- 5-Fluorouracil for glaucoma surgery
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 18-Feb-2014
Trabeculectomy is performed as a treatment for many types of glaucoma in an attempt to lower the intraocular pressure. The surgery involves creating a channel through the sclera, through which intraocular fluid can leave the eye. If scar tissue blocks the
- Acupuncture for glaucoma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 7-Feb-2020
Glaucoma is a multi-factorial optic neuropathy characterized by an acquired loss of retinal ganglion cells at levels beyond normal age-related loss and corresponding atrophy of the optic nerve. Although many treatments are available to manage glaucoma, pa
- Acupuncture for slowing the progression of myopia in children and adolescents
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 24-Jul-2011
Myopia (near-sightedness or short-sightedness) is one of the three commonly detected refractive (focusing) errors. Acupuncture is the stimulation of acupuncture points by various methods including needle insertion and acupressure. It is often used by trad
- Adenoidectomy for otitis media in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 20-Jan-2010
Adenoidectomy, surgical removal of the adenoids, is a common ENT operation worldwide in children with otitis media. A systematic review on the effectiveness of adenoidectomy in this specific group has not previously been performed.
- Adjustable versus non‐adjustable sutures for strabismus
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Mar-2018
Strabismus, or squint, can be defined as a deviation from perfect ocular alignment and can be classified in many ways according to its aetiology and presentation. Treatment can be broadly divided into medical and surgical options, with a variety of surgic
- Antiangiogenic therapy with interferon alfa for neovascular age-related macular degeneration
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 29-Jul-2010
Antiangiogenic therapy is a new approach to the treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration. Interferon alfa is one antiangiogenic agent thought to function by inhibiting the migration and proliferation of vascular endothelial cells. It has
- Antibiotic prophylaxis in clean and clean-contaminated ear surgery
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-Nov-2009
This is an update of a Cochrane Review first published in Issue 3, 2004 and previously updated in 2007.
- Antibiotics for acute otitis media in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 23-Jun-2015
Acute otitis media (AOM) is one of the most common diseases in early infancy and childhood. Antibiotic use for AOM varies from 56% in the Netherlands to 95% in the USA, Canada and Australia. This is an update of a Cochrane review first published in The Co
- Antibiotics for the prevention of acute and chronic suppurative otitis media in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 29-Jul-2013
Acute otitis media (AOM) is a common childhood illness which may be frequent and painful. AOM may be associated with tympanic membrane perforation and can progress to chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM).
- Antibiotics for trachoma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 25-Sep-2019
Trachoma is the world's leading infectious cause of blindness. In 1996, WHO launched the Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma by the year 2020, based on the 'SAFE' strategy (surgery, antibiotics, facial cleanliness, and environmental improvemen
- Antibiotics versus no treatment for toxoplasma retinochoroiditis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 20-May-2016
Acute toxoplasma retinochoroiditis causes transient symptoms of ocular discomfort and may lead to permanent visual loss. Antibiotic treatment aims primarily to reduce the risk of permanent visual loss, recurrent retinochoroiditis, and the severity and dur
- Antibiotics versus placebo for acute bacterial conjunctivitis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 13-Mar-2023
Acute bacterial conjunctivitis is an infection of the conjunctiva and is one of the most common ocular disorders in primary care. Antibiotics are generally prescribed on the basis that they may speed recovery, reduce persistence, and prevent keratitis. Ho
- Anticonvulsants for tinnitus
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 9-Jun-2011
Tinnitus is the perception of sound or noise in the absence of an external or internal acoustic stimulation. It is a common and potentially distressing symptom for which no adequate therapy exists.
- Antidepressants for patients with tinnitus
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Sep-2012
This is an update of a Cochrane review first published in The Cochrane Library in Issue 4, 2006 and previously updated in 2009.
- Antihistamines and/or decongestants for otitis media with effusion (OME) in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 7-Sep-2011
This is an update of a Cochrane Review first published in The Cochrane Library in Issue 4, 2006.
- Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for preventing age‐related macular degeneration
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 30-Jul-2017
There is inconclusive evidence from observational studies to suggest that people who eat a diet rich in antioxidant vitamins (carotenoids, vitamins C, and E) or minerals (selenium and zinc) may be less likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (A
- Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for slowing the progression of age‐related macular degeneration
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 30-Jul-2017
It has been proposed that antioxidants may prevent cellular damage in the retina by reacting with free radicals that are produced in the process of light absorption. Higher dietary levels of antioxidant vitamins and minerals may reduce the risk of progres
- Antioxidant vitamin supplementation for preventing and slowing the progression of age-related cataract
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 3-May-2012
Age-related cataract is a major cause of visual impairment in the elderly. Oxidative stress has been implicated in its formation and progression. Antioxidant vitamin supplementation has been investigated in this context.
- Anti‐vascular endothelial growth factor for diabetic macular oedema: a network meta‐analysis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 16-Oct-2018
Diabetic macular oedema (DMO) is a common complication of diabetic retinopathy. Antiangiogenic therapy with anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) can reduce oedema, improve vision and prevent further visual loss. These drugs have replaced la
- Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor for macular oedema secondary to central retinal vein occlusion
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 1-May-2014
Central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO) is a relatively common retinal vascular disorder in which macular oedema may develop, with a consequent reduction in visual acuity. Until recently there has been no treatment of proven benefit, but growing evidence su
