Publications by authors named "Najah K Mohammad"

Article Synopsis
  • Ocular injuries from cosmetic laser procedures, especially laser hair removal, can lead to significant and permanent vision loss, highlighting the need for protective eyewear.
  • A case report details a 24-year-old technician who experienced severe retinal damage and choroidal neovascularization (CNV) after being accidentally exposed to a laser without eye protection.
  • The case emphasizes the importance of strict safety measures and prompt treatment for preventing and managing laser-induced eye injuries effectively.
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This comprehensive review explores the integration of machine learning (ML) in managing diabetic cataracts. It discusses the potential application of ML to identify novel methodologies for early detection, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions. The review also addresses clinical translation challenges, including pharmacokinetics properties and ethical considerations.

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Background: Skull base meningiomas are intricately related to neuro-ophthalmic functions and have been related to direct influences on both the afferent and efferent visual pathways due to close contacts with crucial neurovascular structures. The present article reviews the neuro-ophthalmic presentations of these tumors, necessitating the need for precise anatomic information for the delivery of customized diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Methods: A literature review was conducted using PubMed and Scopus, focusing on terms related to skull base meningiomas and their neuro-ophthalmic impacts.

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Background: Neuro-ophthalmology, bridging neurology and ophthalmology, highlights the nervous system's crucial role in vision, encompassing afferent and efferent pathways. The evolution of this field has emphasized the importance of neuroanatomy for precise surgical interventions, presenting educational challenges in blending complex anatomical knowledge with surgical skills. This review examines the interplay between neuroanatomy and surgical practices in neuro-ophthalmology, aiming to identify educational gaps and suggest improvements.

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Objectives: Investigate how aging and some lifestyle factors correlate with changes in macular photoreceptor and retinal pigment epithelium-Bruch membrane complex layers thickness in a sample of healthy population by using OCT segmentation technique.

Subjects And Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted at the ophthalmology department in the Medical City in Baghdad. All participants underwent an interview of medical history and lifestyle habits.

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Unlabelled: : Midfacial trauma commonly causes ocular injuries of varying degrees. Eye injuries account for approximately 10% of all battle injuries. Severity of injuries may range from a subconjunctival haemorrhage to optic nerve injury and globe laceration and rupture.

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