The HCPLive conference coverage page features articles, videos, and expert-led live coverage from major medical meetings throughout the year.
Investigators Explore Seasonal Trends for Interstitial Lung Disease Hospitalizations
Between 2006-2016, the hospital mortality rates for patients with ILD did not change.
Pirfenidone Linked to Reduced Pulmonary Fibrosis Risks Versus Nintedanib
New cohort data comparing the lone regulated IPF therapies show one is associated with reduced mortality—while the other has a better continuation of care.
Visual Impairment, Dementia Are Detrimental to Independence of Older Adults
New research suggests the presence of either condition can wreak havoc on an older adult's ability for movement, self-care, and household activities.
New AI Model Could Aid in Diagnosis of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
A new AI model from the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai boasts 99.2% accuracy for diagnosing intermediate or late AMD.
Vitamin D and Homotaurine Show Potential Benefit for Macular Degeneration
Discussing the results of a study examining impact of vitamin D and homotaurine supplementation on early to intermediate age-related macular degeneration.
Fluoroquinolone Effective Initial Treatment for MRSA Keratitis
Fortified vancomycin causes antibiotic resistance and corneal toxicity.
Brolucizumab Linked to Decreases in nAMD Disease Activity Versus Aflibercept
Rishi Singh, MD, discusses differences in disease activity noted among nAMD patients enrolled in the pivotal HAWK and HARRIER trials.
Sumit Sharma, MD: Learning About NIU-PS Disease Course from Fellow Eyes
Discussing what data from fellow eyes of a 3-year study tell us about disease course of non-infectious uveitis of the posterior segment with an assistant professor from the Cole Eye Institute.
Superior Placement Risk Factor For Premature Monocanalicular Stent Extrusion
Male sex and younger age are also risk factors for premature stent extrusion.
Pooled Analysis Highlights Safety, Efficacy of Satralizumab for NMOSD
A Q&A with the medical director of clinical ophthalmology with Genentech about the humanized monoclonal antibody in treatment of NMOSD.
High-Intensity Statins May Not Prevent Dry to Wet AMD Progression
Discussing the impact of high-intensity statin therapy on patients with dry AMD with a study investigator from Byers Eye Institute.
Dexamethasone Intracameral Drug-Delivery Suspension for Post-Op Inflammation
Daniel Kiernan, MD, discusses the results of a study examining dexamethasone intracameral drug-delivery suspension compared with topical corticosteroids for inflammation following vitreoretinal surgery.
Optogenetic Gene Therapy Well Tolerated For Retinitis Pigmentosa
Investigators are evaluating the safety and tolerability of an optogenetic treatment combining a gene therapy and a medical device.
Arshad Khanani, MD: ADVM-022 Insights from OPTIC Trial Cohorts 1-3
Discussing the latest data from Adverum Biotechnologies related to ADVM-022 and the ongoing phase 1 OPTIC trial with the trial's principal investigator.
Educational Cartoon Improves Ambylopia Treatment Compliance in Children
Research from ARVO 2020 suggest a 4-minute educational video could more than double compliance with patching in pediatric patients with ambylopia.
Franco Recchia, MD: PDS with Ranibizumab, LADDER End of Study Results
Discussing how end of study results from the phase 2 LADDER trial inform clinicians on the use of PDS with ranibizumab.
Different Treatment Approach Needed for NAMD
An analysis suggests different regimens evaluated for nAMD did not result in superior vision benefits compared with ranibizumab pro re nata or four-week dosing.
VR Headsets Clinically Useful for Visual Field Testing
Virtual reality devices are proving to be practical and convenient way of screening for and monitoring glaucoma.
Diabetic Retinopathy Patients More Likely to Experience Depression, Anxiety
New research suggests the prevalence of depression and anxiety is greater among patients with diabetic retinopathy.
STAIRWAY Analysis Details Clinical Effects of Faricimab Use for nAMD
A new analysis of STAIRWAY from ARVO 2020 is shedding additional light on the effects of faricimab use.
Perinatal Depression Linked to Offspring Psychosis at 18 Years
Children born to mothers who suffered from depression during pregnancy are at a greater risk of adolescent depression and psychosis.
Adjunctive Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy Aids Bipolar Patients
There were no significant differences observed in mood episodes for bipolar patients in either AISR therapy or standard treatment.
Investigators Seek Alternative Methods to Quantify Depression Treatment Success
Response does not favor more or less baseline symptom severity according to a new study.
Atypical Antipsychotic Use Decreasing for Older Patients After FDA Warning
Since 2005, opioid use has increased amongst older dementia patients.
Polygenic Scores Help Predict Trajectory of Schizophrenia
Patients with adolescent disruption of cognitive developed had more severe symptoms following a schizophrenia diagnosis.
New Model Predicts Suicide Risk with Health Record Data
Investigators are currently working on a new algorithm that can present a time window in which an individual might develop suicidal behavior.
Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Could Address Suicide Rates
A meta-analysis of the online CBT programs shows promising benefits, with the addition of anonymity for patients.
Why Telehealth Might Be Here to Stay in Psychiatry
Jesse Wright, MD, PhD, discusses the convenience of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Using Safety Plans in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicidal Patients
Jesse Wright, MD, PhD, suggests clinicians and patients have a list of triggers and social networks for patients who might be at risk of suicide.
Substance Abuse Disorders Particularly Concerning During COVID-19 Pandemic
In a virtual APA session, Nora D. Volkow, MD, discusses how vaping can increase the risk of individuals of developing infections from the coronavirus.