Jaime Levy

Summary

Affiliation: Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Country: Israel

Publications

  1. ncbi Screening for diabetic retinopathy: review of current methods
    Sarah Guigui
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Hosp Pract (Minneap) 40:64-72. 2012
  2. ncbi Burkitt's lymphoma presenting as oculomotor palsy in an hiv-positive patient
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eur J Ophthalmol 16:186-9. 2006
  3. ncbi Diffuse benign epithelial downgrowth after cataract surgery
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion Univeristy of Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:67-70. 2006
  4. ncbi Late-onset Pseudomonas keratitis after radial keratotomy and subsequent laser in situ keratomileusis: case report and literature review
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:211-3. 2005
  5. ncbi Central serous chorioretinopathy in patients receiving systemic corticosteroid therapy
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:217-21. 2005
  6. ncbi Varix of the vortex vein ampulla: a small case series
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center and Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eur J Ophthalmol 15:424-7. 2005
  7. ncbi Medial rectus muscle injury complicating functional endoscopic sinus surgery
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Isr Med Assoc J 7:270-1. 2005
  8. ncbi Sweet's syndrome presenting as acute episcleritis
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:90-2. 2005
  9. ncbi Acinetobacter corneal graft ulcer and endophthalmitis: report of two cases
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:79-82. 2005
  10. ncbi Blastoschizomyces capitatus keratitis and melting in a corneal graft
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Opthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:772-4. 2006

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  1. ncbi Screening for diabetic retinopathy: review of current methods
    Sarah Guigui
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Hosp Pract (Minneap) 40:64-72. 2012
    ..Conclusion: Nonmydriatic digital fundus photography with manual grading by a trained technician is an acceptable method of screening for diabetic retinopathy...
  2. ncbi Burkitt's lymphoma presenting as oculomotor palsy in an hiv-positive patient
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eur J Ophthalmol 16:186-9. 2006
    ..To report a case of Burkitt's lymphoma (BL) in an HIV-positive patient presenting as complete third nerve palsy...
  3. ncbi Diffuse benign epithelial downgrowth after cataract surgery
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion Univeristy of Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:67-70. 2006
    ..COMMENTS: Provided a continuous follow-up is possible, simple excision of the membrane can be a successful treatment in selected rare cases of diffuse epithelial downgrowth...
  4. ncbi Late-onset Pseudomonas keratitis after radial keratotomy and subsequent laser in situ keratomileusis: case report and literature review
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:211-3. 2005
  5. ncbi Central serous chorioretinopathy in patients receiving systemic corticosteroid therapy
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:217-21. 2005
  6. ncbi Varix of the vortex vein ampulla: a small case series
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center and Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eur J Ophthalmol 15:424-7. 2005
    ..To report three cases of varix of the vortex vein ampulla...
  7. ncbi Medial rectus muscle injury complicating functional endoscopic sinus surgery
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Isr Med Assoc J 7:270-1. 2005
  8. ncbi Sweet's syndrome presenting as acute episcleritis
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:90-2. 2005
  9. ncbi Acinetobacter corneal graft ulcer and endophthalmitis: report of two cases
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:79-82. 2005
  10. ncbi Blastoschizomyces capitatus keratitis and melting in a corneal graft
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Opthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:772-4. 2006
    ..Three months after the last operation, no recurrence was observed and the graft remained clear. B. capitatus can rarely cause severe keratitis in patients even in the absence of hematologic disorders...
  11. ncbi Herpes simplex virus keratitis after laser in situ keratomileusis
    Jaime Levy
    Ophthalmology Department, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    J Refract Surg 21:400-2. 2005
    ..To report two cases of herpes simplex virus (HSV) keratitis after laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK)...
  12. ncbi Rapid spontaneous resolution of vitreomacular traction syndrome documented by optical coherence tomography
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, 151, Beer Sheva, 84101 Israel
    Int Ophthalmol 25:247-51. 2004
    ..OCT revealed complete posterior vitreous detachment and normal foveal thickness. Although rare, rapid spontaneous resolution of vitreomacular traction syndrome can occur. OCT is a helpful diagnostic tool for following these patients...
  13. ncbi Topiramate-induced bilateral angle-closure glaucoma
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:221-5. 2006
    ..COMMENTS: Topiramate use can result in acute bilateral angle-closure glaucoma, which is usually reversible if the drug is discontinued. Patients starting topiramate therapy need to be informed of this potential risk...
  14. ncbi Collision sebaceous and basal cell carcinomas of the eyelid
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Ann Diagn Pathol 10:157-9. 2006
    ..To report a rare case of collision sebaceous and basal cell carcinomas of the eyelid...
  15. ncbi Thyroid ophthalmopathy
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Centern, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Minerva Endocrinol 30:247-65. 2005
    ..With appropriate medical and surgical treatment, patients can be restored to normal function and appearance in most cases, but the process to reach this goal will usually be lengthy...
  16. ncbi Brucella meningitis and papilledema in a child
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eur J Ophthalmol 15:818-20. 2005
    ..To report a rare case of Brucella meningitis with papilledema in a child and to discuss the findings of neurobrucellosis in children...
  17. ncbi Punctate inner choroidopathy: resolution after oral steroid treatment and review of the literature
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negrev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:605-8. 2005
    ..The clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis, and therapeutic modalities of this rare entity are discussed...
  18. ncbi Eye injuries due to tractor wheel explosion: report of two cases
    Jaime Levy
    Ophthalmology Department, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:747-9. 2005
    ..In the second case, despite trauma to both eyes, 20/20 vision was recovered. COMMENTS: Injuries from exploding tires are compared to those seen in the context of air-bag deployment, and safety recommendations are discussed...
  19. ncbi Lidocaine hypersensitivity after subconjunctival injection
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:204-6. 2006
    ..Patch tests may be negative, but the allergy suspected by the recurrence of clinical signs after rechallenge with lidocaine. Ester anesthetics can be used for local anesthesia...
  20. ncbi Bilateral severe progressive idiopathic lipid keratopathy
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, P O Box 151, 84101, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Int Ophthalmol 26:181-4. 2005
    ..To report a case with bilateral progressive lipid keratopathy...
  21. ncbi Bilateral consecutive blindness due to sphenoid sinus mucocele with unilateral partial recovery
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:506-8. 2005
    ..We present an interventional case report of a rare occurrence of sphenoid sinus mucocele causing bilateral consecutive blindness with unilateral partial recovery after endoscopic surgery...
  22. ncbi Intraocular pressure during haemodialysis: a review
    J Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eye (Lond) 19:1249-56. 2005
    ..The objectives of this article are to resume the reported evidence of IOP changes during HD, to review the proposed hypothesis of HD influence on IOP, and to determine if ophthalmic examination is imperative in HD patients...
  23. ncbi Keratitis after implantation of intrastromal corneal ring segments (intacs) aided by femtosecond laser for keratoconus correction: case report and description of the literature
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Eur J Ophthalmol 20:780-4. 2010
    ..We present a case of keratitis after implantation of intrastromal corneal ring segments (Intacs) aided by femtosecond laser for keratoconus correction and review the relevant literature...
  24. ncbi Endoscopic orbital decompression for Graves' ophthalmopathy
    Jaime Levy
    Departments of Ophthalmology, Soroka Medical Center and Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Isr Med Assoc J 6:673-6. 2004
    ..More recently, endoscopic orbital decompression has been performed successfully with significantly fewer postoperative complications...
  25. ncbi Rhinolithiasis: a very late complication after dacryocystorhinostomy with rubber-gum and polyethylene stenting
    Jaime Levy
    Ophthalmology, Head, and Neck Surgey Departments, Soroka Uniersity Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Am J Ophthalmol 138:1065-7. 2004
    ..To describe a rare case of rhinolith formation 21 years after dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) with rubber gum and polyethylene tubing surgery...
  26. ncbi Acute intractable glaucoma after a single low-dose sub-Tenon's corticosteroid injection for macular edema
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 39:672-3. 2004
  27. ncbi Screening for diabetic retinopathy with a mobile non-mydriatic digital fundus camera in southern Israel
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center and Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Isr Med Assoc J 13:137-40. 2011
    ..Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of adult blindness and accounts for about 10% of cases of legal blindness in Israel. Only about half of the patients with diabetes in Israel have regular eye examinations...
  28. ncbi Adenocarcinoma of the eyelid as the presenting sign of breast carcinoma
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 39:679-81. 2004
  29. ncbi Intravitreal bevacizumab (avastin) for subfoveal neovascular age-related macular degeneration
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva 84101, Israel
    Int Ophthalmol 29:349-57. 2009
    ..To report the visual and anatomic outcome of intravitreal bevacizumab (Avastin) injections in the treatment of subfoveal neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD)...
  30. ncbi The effect of Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy on ocular wave front aberrations
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 44:529-33. 2009
    ..To assess the effect of Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy on ocular wave front aberrations...
  31. ncbi Broth culture yield vs traditional approach in the work-up of endophthalmitis
    Assaf Kratz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Am J Ophthalmol 141:1022-1026. 2006
    ....
  32. ncbi Prognostic factors in posterior open globe injuries (zone-III injuries)
    Boris Knyazer
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Clin Experiment Ophthalmol 36:836-41. 2008
    ..The aim of this study is to describe and identify clinical characteristics, prognostic factors and visual outcome in a group of patients with posterior open globe injuries (zone III injury)...
  33. ncbi Intrasinus wood foreign body causing orbital cellulitis in congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis syndrome
    Jaime Levy
    Ophthalmology Department, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 20:81-3. 2004
    ..In patients with CIPA, accidental or self-penetrated foreign bodies must be kept in mind when treating all types of wounds...
  34. ncbi Treatment of subfoveal choroidal neovascularization secondary to choroidal nevus using photodynamic therapy
    Jaime Levy
    Ophthalmology Department, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging 36:343-5. 2005
    ..Seven months after the last treatment, visual acuity remains stable. Photodynamic therapy with verteporfin could be an effective option for treating subfoveal choroidal neovascularization secondary to choroidal nevus...
  35. ncbi Congenital glaucoma: CYP1B1 mutations in Israeli Bedouin kindreds
    Udy Bar-Yosef
    The Morris Kahn Laboratory of Human Molecular Genetics, Department of Genetics, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    J Glaucoma 19:35-8. 2010
    ..To investigate CYP1B1 gene mutations in Arab-Bedouin Israeli patients with primary congenital glaucoma (PCG)...
  36. ncbi Isolated congenital histiocytosis in the palpebral conjunctiva in a newborn
    Tova Monos
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Am J Ophthalmol 139:728-30. 2005
    ..CONCLUSIONS: Rare cases of congenital histiocytosis can present as a solitary lesion over the palpebral conjunctiva, without skin or systemic involvement...
  37. ncbi [Outcome of combined penetrating keratoplasty with vitreoretinal surgery using temporary Eckardt keratoprosthesis]
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Harefuah 144:781-4, 822. 2005
    ..These methods can preserve ambulatory vision and improve the quality of life of patients. Visual prognosis is usually limited due to the primary ocular disease...
  38. ncbi Posteriorly dislocated capsular tension ring
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging 36:416-8. 2005
    ..Three weeks later, the eye developed retinal detachment and was successfully repaired. Retinal complications can develop if the capsular tension ring moves into the vitreous...
  39. ncbi Late bilateral keratectasia after LASIK in a low myopic patient
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    J Refract Surg 21:494-6. 2005
    ..50 -3.00 x 72 degrees in the right eye and +1.00 -2.75 x 99 degrees in the left eye. CONCLUSIONS: Late keratectasia may follow LASIK for low myopia despite a thorough preoperative work-up...
  40. ncbi Two cases of pneumococcal keratitis following myopic LASIK
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    J Refract Surg 21:498-501. 2005
    ..One year after the procedure, uncorrected visual acuity is > 20/40 in both cases. CONCLUSIONS: Pneumococcal keratitis can complicate LASIK. Patients should be informed of this potential complication, as prompt treatment is crucial...
  41. ncbi Artisan phakic intraocular lens for correcting high myopia
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology (Sheva Enaim, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, PO Box 151, Beer-Sheva, 84101, Israel
    Int Ophthalmol 25:233-8. 2004
    ..Postoperative gain in BSCVA was achieved for the majority of eyes. Future study to assess safety indexes and risk of complications is required with long-term follow-up...
  42. ncbi The silent sinus syndrome
    Tova Monos
    Departments of Ophthalmology, Head and Neck Surgery, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Isr Med Assoc J 7:333-5. 2005
    ..Ophthalmologists, otorhinolaryngologists, and radiologists must be familiarized with this relatively newly reported disease...
  43. ncbi Late bilateral acute angle-closure glaucoma after administration of paroxetine in a patient with plateau iris configuration
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 39:780-1. 2004
  44. ncbi Is the tono-pen accurate for measuring intraocular pressure in young children with congenital glaucoma?
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    J AAPOS 9:321-5. 2005
    ..We sought to compare intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements by Perkins tonometer and Tono-Pen in young children with primary congenital glaucoma (PCG)...
  45. ncbi Anterior chamber gas bubbles after corneal flap creation with a femtosecond laser
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    J Cataract Refract Surg 31:2227-9. 2005
    ..Although no postoperative complications were observed in our case, further follow-up is needed to examine the long-term effect of this phenomenon of IntraLase...
  46. ncbi Airsoft gun-related ocular injuries: novel findings, ballistics investigation, and histopathologic study
    Assaf Kratz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Am J Ophthalmol 149:37-44. 2010
    ....
  47. ncbi Ophthalmic manifestations in Langerhans cell histiocytosis
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka Medical Center and Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Isr Med Assoc J 6:553-5. 2004
    ..Patients usually present with acute or chronic periorbital swelling. Electron microscopic findings of Birbeck granules and positive staining for CD1 antigenic determinant confirm the diagnosis...
  48. ncbi Peripheral sterile corneal infiltrates after refractive surgery
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    J Cataract Refract Surg 31:1392-5. 2005
    ..The potential outcome can be much worse if the keratitis is due to an infectious etiology which can appear after all types of refractive laser procedures...
  49. ncbi Consecutive central retinal artery and vein occlusions in primary antiphospholipid syndrome
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka Medical Center, PO Box 151, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel
    Retina 22:784-6. 2002
  50. ncbi Calcification in retinoblastoma: histopathologic findings and statistical analysis of 302 cases
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, P O Box 12000, Jerusalem 91120, Israel
    Br J Ophthalmol 95:1145-50. 2011
    ..To evaluate the histopathologic factors statistically associated with the presence of calcification in eyes with retinoblastoma...
  51. ncbi Secondary artisan phakic intraocular lens for correction of progressive high myopia in a pseudophakic child
    Tova Lifshitz
    Ophthalmology Department, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel
    J AAPOS 9:497-8. 2005
    ..0 D power was performed. No intra- or postoperative complications were observed. Nine months after this second operation, myopia diminished to -3.25 D...
  52. ncbi Active spontaneous bleeding from optic disc neovascularization during fluorescein angiography
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, PO Box 151, Beer Sheva 84101, Israel
    Arch Ophthalmol 120:1766. 2002
  53. ncbi Primary congenital glaucoma presenting within the first three months of life in a Bedouin population: prognostic factors
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva 84101, Israel
    J Glaucoma 14:139-44. 2005
    ..To analyze the final outcome of surgery in Arab-Bedouin children with primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) presenting within the first three months of life, and to search for prognostic factors for success...
  54. ncbi Planned posterior assisted levitation in severe subluxated cataract: Surgical technique and clinical results
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Indian J Ophthalmol 60:567-9. 2012
    ..No intraoperative complications were observed. In conclusion, the P-PAL technique was successfully performed during cataract surgery in four eyes with severe subluxated cataracts. There were no complications over the long-term follow-up...
  55. ncbi [Prevalence and risk factors for diabetic retinopathy in type 2 diabetes patients in Jewish and Bedouin populations in southern Israel]
    Alexander Chorny
    Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva
    Harefuah 150:906-10, 935. 2011
    ..Diabetic retinopathy is the most common microvascular complication of diabetes. In recent years, there is a dramatic increase in the number of diabetic patients in the Bedouin population in the Negev region...
  56. ncbi [Ocular injuries related to Independence Day celebrations]
    Assaf Kratz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Harefuah 145:254-6, 320. 2006
    ..This study aims to describe and characterize the ocular injuries that are directly related to the use of these devices...
  57. ncbi Severe conjunctival and eyelid involvement in pemphigus vulgaris
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Int Ophthalmol 25:73-4. 2004
    ..Severe ocular diseases without dermatological involvement may be present in PV patients...
  58. ncbi Artisan aphakic intraocular lens in children with subluxated crystalline lenses
    Tova Lifshitz
    Ophthalmology Department, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    J Cataract Refract Surg 30:1977-81. 2004
    ..CONCLUSIONS: In 4 eyes with a subluxated crystalline lens, implantation of an Artisan aphakic IOL improved visual acuity. Studies with a larger number of patients and longer follow-up are necessary to confirm these results...
  59. ncbi Traumatic subtotal hyphema in a child with vitamin K deficiency
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 39:790-1. 2004
  60. ncbi Eyelid pilomatrixoma: a description of 16 cases and a review of the literature
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Surv Ophthalmol 53:526-35. 2008
    ..We report 16 cases of eyelid pilomatrixoma that were treated in our department, and review the relevant literature...
  61. ncbi Homozygous CRYBB1 deletion mutation underlies autosomal recessive congenital cataract
    David Cohen
    The Morris Kahn Laboratory of Human Genetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci 48:2208-13. 2007
    ..Two extended unrelated consanguineous inbred Bedouin families from southern Israel presenting with autosomal recessive congenital nuclear cataract were studied...
  62. ncbi Posterior assisted levitation: long-term follow-up data
    Tova Lifshitz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    J Cataract Refract Surg 31:499-502. 2005
    ..CONCLUSIONS: The PAL technique was successfully performed during cataract surgery in 7 eyes with a posterior capsule tear, vitreous loss, and a sinking dropped nucleus. There were no complications over the long-term follow-up...
  63. ncbi Panuveitis as presenting sign of chickenpox in a young child
    Nadav Belfair
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 41:97-9. 2006
    ..Clinicians should be aware of the rare occurrence of chickenpox when evaluating a uveitis patient. If there is suspicion of chickenpox, the clinician may consider ordering serology or PCR tests...
  64. ncbi [Primary congenital glaucoma]
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Harefuah 143:876-80, 910. 2004
    ..At least 50% of eyes with PCG presenting at birth will become legally blind (visual acuity < 6/60). Patients with PCG require follow-up examinations throughout their lives...
  65. ncbi Neglected squamous cell carcinoma of the eyelid
    Assaf Kratz
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 23:75-6. 2007
    ..After 2 weeks of hospitalization, the patient was followed-up at home and died 2 weeks later of unknown causes. Squamous cell carcinoma of the periocular region can follow a fulminant course in advanced, neglected cases...
  66. ncbi Removal of giant vernal papillae by CO2 laser
    Nadav Belfair
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
    Can J Ophthalmol 40:472-6. 2005
    ..INTERPRETATION: CO2 laser seems to be a safe method for removing conjunctival giant papillae in cases with severe vernal keratoconjunctivitis. It is also a repeatable method that enables a rapid conjunctival and corneal recovery...
  67. ncbi Langerhans cell histiocytosis with periorbital cellulitis
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Am J Ophthalmol 136:939-42. 2003
    ..To report a case of Langerhans cell histiocytosis presenting as periorbital cellulitis...
  68. ncbi Report of an unusual case of a conjunctival cyst with Liesegang rings
    Jaime Levy
    Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Center, Beer Sheva, Israel
    Clin Experiment Ophthalmol 37:313-5. 2009
    ..Liesegang ring formation should be taken into account during histopathological examination of a conjunctival cyst and not be misdiagnosed as a parasitic infection...
  69. ncbi Bilateral multifocal choroiditis with serous retinal detachment in a patient with Brucella infection: case report and review of the literature
    Ronen Rabinowitz
    Arch Ophthalmol 123:116-8. 2005
  70. ncbi Bacterial keratitis after laser subepithelial keratectomy
    Tova Lifshitz
    J Refract Surg 21:94-6. 2005
  71. ncbi Traumatic corneal flap dislocation one to six years after LASIK in nine eyes with a favorable outcome
    David Landau
    Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit, Dept of Ophthalmology, Hadassah University Hospital, P O B 12000, Jerusalem 91120, Israel
    J Refract Surg 22:884-9. 2006
    ..To report our experience treating eye trauma after LASIK refractive surgery...
  72. ncbi Successful treatment of resistant ocular fusariosis with posaconazole (SCH-56592)
    Elmer Y Tu
    Department of Ophthalmology, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
    Am J Ophthalmol 143:222-227. 2007
    ..To describe the successful treatment with systemic posaconazole of a series of Fusarium ocular infections refractory to other antifungal agents...
  73. ncbi Recurrent Candida albicans endophthalmitis in an immunocompromised host
    Orly Weinstein
    Can J Ophthalmol 42:154-5. 2007
  74. ncbi Laser in situ keratomileusis for correction of myopia in eyes after retinal detachment surgery
    Irina S Barequet
    Goldschleger Eye Institute, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer 52621, Israel
    J Refract Surg 21:191-3. 2005
    ..To evaluate the safety and efficacy of laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for correction of myopia in eyes with previous retinal detachment surgery...