Popovic Marko M

Lakhani Moiz, Popovic Marko M, Al-Ani Abdullah, Kundapur Deeksha, Gholamian Tara, Chaudry Emaan et al.

This study compared ocular adverse events of aflibercept 8mg, faricimab, and aflibercept 2mg. Aflibercept 8mg showed strong signals for intraocular inflammation and infection, while other agents had different safety profiles, highlighting drug-specific risks.

Feo Alessandro, Santina Ahmad, Abraham Néda, Mafi Mostafa, Popovic Marko M, Govetto Andrea et al.

This study found that epiretinal membranes with internal limiting membrane tears exhibit distinct en face OCT biomarkers, like specific nerve fiber layer defects, suggesting progressive traction and aiding clinical identification.

Lakhani Moiz, Kwan Angela T H, Mihalache Andrew, Popovic Marko M, Nanji Keean, Xie Jim S et al.

This study found semaglutide is associated with increased reporting of ischemic optic neuropathy and diabetic retinopathy, highlighting the need for vigilance regarding ocular adverse events in patients using this widely prescribed drug.

Baiad Abed A, Sun Catherine, Yin Grace S, Popovic Marko M, Muni Rajeev H, Mireskandari Kamiar et al.

This meta-analysis compared intravitreal ranibizumab (IVR) to laser for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). IVR showed similar disease regression but required more additional treatment, yet resulted in less myopia, impacting long-term visual outcomes.

Mihalache Andrew, Huang Ryan S, Popovic Marko M, Muni Rajeev H

Mihalache Andrew, Huang Ryan S, Popovic Marko M, Patil Nikhil S, Pandya Bhadra U, Shor Reut et al.

ChatGPT-4 accurately answered two-thirds of ophthalmic image-based questions, performing better on non-image questions and varying across subspecialties (e.g., retina > neuro-ophthalmology). This highlights AI's potential but also current limitations in clinical image interpretation.

Mihalache Andrew, Huang Ryan S, Popovic Marko M, Muni Rajeev H

Xie Jim, Patil Nikhil S, Popovic Marko M, Kertes Peter J, Muni Rajeev H, Schlenker Matthew B et al.

This study found non-Hispanic Black race and poor health status are associated with self-reported glaucoma. Clinicians and policymakers should consider these social factors for risk assessment and public health interventions.

Kanjee Raageen, Popovic Marko M, Salimi Ali, Hutnik Cindy M L, Ahmed Iqbal Ike K, Saheb Hady

This study found prophylactic medications effectively reduce immediate post-cataract surgery IOP spikes, with intracameral cholinergics and FCCB formulations being most effective.

Popovic Marko M, Muni Rajeev H, Kertes Peter J, Thiruchelvam Deva, Chaban Yuri V, Qian Jenny et al.

This study found pneumatic retinopexy for retinal detachment had lower long-term costs and fewer complications than vitrectomy, offering a cost-effective option for selected patients.

Daud Fowad, Daud Kashif, Popovic Marko M, Yeung Shanna, You Yuyi, Cruz Pimentel Miguel et al.

This meta-analysis found no significant difference in visual outcomes or complications between combined versus sequential cataract and vitrectomy surgery for macular hole/ERM, suggesting combined surgery is a safe, efficient option.

Arjmand Parnian, Yu Caberry W, Popovic Marko M, Jhaveri Aaditeya, Mandelcorn Efrem D

This meta-analysis found anterior chamber paracentesis during anti-VEGF injections significantly reduces immediate IOP spikes and preserves retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, highlighting its protective role.

Patil Nikhil S, Mihalache Andrew, Hatamnejad Amin, Popovic Marko M, Kertes Peter J, Muni Rajeev H

This meta-analysis found intravitreal steroids and anti-VEGF for DME yield similar vision outcomes, but steroids reduce retinal thickness more while increasing IOP risk, guiding treatment choices.

Sverdlichenko Irina, Lim Michelle, Popovic Marko M, Pimentel Miguel Cruz, Kertes Peter J, Muni Rajeev H

This review of retinal detachment repair positioning found prone positioning had lower reattachment rates than alternative positions, with complication trade-offs, guiding personalized post-op care.

Nichani Prem, Popovic Marko M, Schlenker Matthew B, Park Jeff, Ahmed Iqbal Ike K

This review of 3476 eyes found MIGS effectively lowers intraocular pressure and medication use, with favorable complication rates, particularly for iStent and Hydrus, supporting their role in glaucoma management.