Reunião Retina 25.07.2024

Introduction

This tutorial summarizes a recent meeting held by the Retina service at HC-FMUSP, focusing on case presentations and discussions led by residents and fellows. The session covers clinical cases, imaging, and relevant literature, providing valuable insights for professionals in ophthalmology, especially those interested in retinal health.

Step 1: Understanding Clinical Case Presentations

• Presenter: Dr. Gustavo Mesquita (R3)
• Focus: Review a clinical case alongside literature.
• Actionable Tips:
  • Prepare a detailed case study that includes patient history, symptoms, and outcomes.
  • Incorporate recent literature to support your findings and treatment decisions.

Step 2: Analyzing Weekly Imaging

• Presenter: Dr. Matheus Rocha (R3)
• Focus: Discuss the imaging of the week.
• Actionable Tips:
  • Use high-quality imaging tools to capture detailed retinal images.
  • Be familiar with the latest imaging techniques.
  • Compare the current week’s images with previous cases to identify patterns or anomalies.

Step 3: Review of Relevant Literature

• Article Highlight: Chenglong Y et al. Predictive Performance of an Updated Polygenic Risk Score for Age-Related Macular Degeneration.
• Actionable Tips:
  • Summarize key points from the article, including methods and findings.
  • Discuss the implications of the findings in clinical practice.
  • Encourage the application of polygenic risk scores in patient assessments.

Step 4: Surgical Case Discussion

• Presenter: Dr. Bernardo Kestelman (Fellow)
• Focus: Present a surgical case.
• Actionable Tips:
  • Detail the surgical procedure, including pre-operative assessments, techniques used, and post-operative care.
  • Engage the audience in a discussion about challenges faced during the procedure and alternative approaches.

Step 5: Acknowledgments and Collaboration

• Acknowledgments: Thanks to Drs. Alexandre Ribeiro, Carolina Martinez, Guilherme Fonseca, Gustavo Mesquita, Luiz Carvalho, Melissa Amaral, and Thiago Oliveira.
• Actionable Tips:
  • Foster collaboration among peers to enhance learning and improve patient outcomes.
  • Recognize contributions from colleagues to build a supportive professional environment.

Conclusion

This meeting highlighted critical aspects of retinal health through case studies, imaging analysis, and current literature. By applying the insights gained from these presentations, healthcare professionals can enhance their understanding and approach to retinal conditions. Future steps may include further exploration of polygenic risk scores and continued collaboration within the field.