Levin Alex V

Mandel Mallory, Elhusseiny Abdelrahman M, Davidson Stefanie L, Rockter Adam, Levin Alex V, Huang Laura C et al.

This study on pediatric TINU found most patients require aggressive immunosuppression, including biologics, for uveitis control. Screen children with bilateral anterior uveitis for TINU.

Wang Qianqian, Thau Avrey, Levin Alex V, Lee Daniel

This review comprehensively studied ocular hypotony, finding its diverse causes (aqueous dynamics, globe integrity, treatments) require tailored therapies to restore eye pressure and vision.

Thau Avrey, Lloyd Maureen, Freedman Sharon, Beck Allen, Grajewski Alana, Levin Alex V

A new international pediatric glaucoma classification system was developed, providing a standardized language for diagnosis and facilitating global research into this rare disease.

Mikhail Mikel, Sabri Kourosh, Levin Alex V

Anesthesia affects pediatric IOP measurements; this review identifies factors like agents, hemodynamics, and technique, recommending methods for accurate IOP assessment to reflect awake pressure.

Ho Derek K, Flannigan Keith P, Levin Alex V

A new technique using a viscoelastic-coated cannula facilitates easier implantation of Tube Extenders to lengthen retracted glaucoma drainage devices, improving surgical success for patients, especially children.

Cordovez Jose A, Capasso Jenina, Lingao Michelle D, Sadagopan Karthikeyan A, Spaeth George L, Wasserman Barry N et al.

This study found 22q11.2 microduplication is linked to new ocular issues like glaucoma and abnormal eye movements, identifying candidate genes that may explain these diverse manifestations.

Wygnanski-Jaffe Tamara, Levin Alex V, Shafiq Ayad, Smith Charles, Enzenauer Robert W, Elder James E et al.

This study found orbital tissue and optic nerve hemorrhages are significantly more common in Shaken Baby Syndrome than accidental head injury, suggesting unique injury mechanisms in SBS.

Patel Himanshu I, Levin Alex V

This study developed a goniotomy training model. Artificial eyes in a simulator offered best visibility, while cadaver eyes provided better surgical feel. This model can enhance trainee confidence and reduce patient risk.

Willoughby Colin E, Chan Louie Loh Yen, Herd Sarah, Billingsley Gail, Noordeh Nima, Levin Alex V et al.

This study found a specific OPTN gene mutation (H486R) linked to juvenile open-angle glaucoma, showing OPTN's role isn't limited to normal-tension glaucoma but can cause severe, early-onset disease.

Lines Matthew A, Kozlowski Kathy, Kulak Stephen C, Allingham R Rand, Héon Elise, Ritch Robert et al.

This study found PITX2 gene deletions are as frequent as point mutations in Axenfeld-Rieger malformations, causing similar disease. Quantitative PCR can efficiently detect these deletions, improving diagnosis.

Morad Yair, Donaldson Craig E, Kim Yuri M, Abdolell Mohamed, Levin Alex V

Ahmed valve implantation effectively lowers IOP in pediatric glaucoma, often requiring medication, but high complication rates necessitate close, long-term follow-up.