Korean Journal of Ophthalmology

Original Article

September 2, 2025

Postoperative Full-Thickness Macular Hole Formation after Vitrectomy for the Removal of Epiretinal Membrane

Hyun Ji Jung, Hyun Jin Kim, Soo Chang Cho

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):479-492.

Purpose: To evaluate the incidence, clinical features, risk factors, and outcomes of full-thickness macular hole (MH) formation after pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for the removal of epiretinal membrane (ERM). Methods: This...

Original Article

September 16, 2025

Outcomes of Re-Switching Anti–Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor after Brolucizumab-Associated Inflammation in Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Young Kun Suh, Seok Hee Lee, Min Seok Kim

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):493-500.

Purpose: To investigate the anatomical and functional outcomes in cases of re-switching to previous anti?vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) agents due to intraocular inflammation (IOI) following a switch to brolucizumab...

Original Article

September 19, 2025

Factors Affecting Visual Outcome after Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) Pro

Muhammad Irfan Kamaruddin, Ucok Parlindungan Pasaribu, Tjahyono Darminto Gondhowiardjo

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):501-512.

Purpose: To report the factors affecting visual outcomes after small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) in eyes treated with the Visumax 800. Methods: This is a retrospective study with cross-sectional design of...

Original Article

September 19, 2025

Clinical Efficacy of Electrical Auricular Transcutaneous Stimulation for Dry Eye: A Sham-Controlled, Randomized Trial

Yeon Ji Jo, Jae Hyun Kim, Jong Soo Lee

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):513-523.

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of low-frequency ear transcutaneous stimulation (TS) for improving ocular symptoms and signs in patients with dry eye disease (DED). The primary...

Original Article

September 30, 2025

Intraoperative and postoperative suprachoroidal hemorrhage in pediatric patients undergoing penetrating keratoplasty or Ahmed valve implantation

Se Hee Min, Young Kook Kim, Joo Youn Oh

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):524-531.

Purpose: This retrospective case series aims to characterize the ocular findings, clinical presentation, management, and outcomes of suprachoroidal hemorrhage (SCH) in pediatric patients undergoing penetrating keratoplasty (PK) or Ahmed glaucoma...

Original Article

October 10, 2025

A Nationwide Survey by the Korean Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (KSOPRS) on the Management of Thyroid Eye Disease in South Korea

Dongheon Surl, Jaesang Ko, Jaewook Yang, et al.

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):532-541.

Purpose: To evaluate current diagnostic and therapeutic practices among South Korean oculoplastic surgeons, with particular focus on adherence to guidelines and perspectives on emerging therapies such as teprotumumab. Methods: A nationwide,...

Original Article

October 10, 2025

Ten-Year Trends of Intravitreal Injection in South Korea Using the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service Data

Dong Woo Kim, Min Seok Kim

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):542-549.

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the annual trends of intravitreal injection (IVI) in South Korea. Methods: This retrospective study examined data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA)’s...

Review Article

September 16, 2025

An Overview of the Therapeutic Applications of Tinted Lenses Spectacles

Masoumeh Ahadi, Afsaneh Ebrahimi, Ali Abbasi, et al.

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):550-565.

Although tinted glasses are part of the fashion and beauty world, these glasses have various therapeutic applications in normal people or people with eye and neurological problems in some cases...

Review Article

September 19, 2025

Economic Evaluation of Diabetic Retinopathy Screening in Developing Countries: A Systematic Review

Ari Andayani, Kevin Anggakusuma Hendrawan, Yudistira , et al.

Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):566-579.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate economic aspect of diabetic retinopathy (DR) screening strategies in developing countries. It focused on the cost-effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) and...

Current Issue: Volume 39(6); Dec 2025

Treatment of Pterygium on the Refractive Errors: A Systematic Review Nima Rastegar Rad Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(3):269-287. Cited By 2 Review Article Apr 16, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF	Clinical Outcomes of XEN45 Gel Stent Implantation (Ab Externo, Open Conjunctival Approach) versus Trabeculectomy: A Real-World Study Hyunjin Park, Hyuna Cho, Heesuk Kim, et al. Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(1):1-13. Cited By 2 Original Article Dec 23, 2024 Full text PubReader ePub PDF
Corneal Epithelial Changes Following Trastuzumab Emtansine Treatment: A Case Report Sang A Park, Roo Min Jun, Kyung Eun Han Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(6):580-582. Cited By 1 Correspondence Sep 16, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF Supplementary Material	Therapeutic Effect of Topical 0.125% Atropine in South Korean Myopic Children: A Real-World Experience Dae Hee Kim, Jinu Han, Kyung-Ah Park, et al. Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(4):323-329. Cited By 1 Original Article Jun 30, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF
Comparison of Persistent Postoperative Discomfort 1 Year after Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction and Implantable Collamer Lens Implantation Bu Ki Kim, Young Taek Chung Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(4):353-361. Cited By 1 Original Article Jul 14, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF Supplementary Material	Reinjection in Patients with Intraocular Inflammation Development after Intravitreal Brolucizumab Injection Myung Ae Kim, Soon Il Choi, Jong Min Kim, et al. Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(3):213-221. Cited By 1 Original Article Apr 16, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF
The Efficacy of Sutureless Amnion Membrane Transplantation for Corneal Epithelialization in Delayed Corneal Healing: A Systematic Review Michelle Eva Rebeca Natalia, Made Susiyanti Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(3):288-299. Cited By 1 Review Article May 28, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF	Neopterin Levels and Immune Response in Autoimmune Uveitis in an Experiment Nadiia Kuryltsiv Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(3):258-268. Cited By 1 Original Article May 28, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF
Neuroprotective Mechanisms of Ciliary Neurotrophic Factor in Retinal Ganglion Cells: Insights from Microarray Analysis Seungyeon Lee, Jin-Ok Choi, Ahreum Hwang, et al. Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(2):125-133. Cited By 1 Original Article Feb 26, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF	Long-term Outcome and Related Risk Factors in Implantable Collamer Lens Implantation of High Myopia Yong Hee Kim, Chang Ho Yoon, Mee Kum Kim Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(2):134-144. Cited By 1 Original Article Feb 26, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF Supplementary Material
Long-term Effects and Prognostic Factors of Accelerated Cross-Linking with Retention Ring-assisted Riboflavin Application on Keratoconus Progression Seonghwan Kim, Won Jong Choi, Chang Ho Yoon, et al. Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(2):145-156. Cited By 1 Original Article Feb 26, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF	Treatment with Subtenon and Intravitreal Triamcinolone Acetonide for Cystoid Macular Edema after Cytomegalovirus Retinitis: A Case Report Joo Young Lee, Min Seok Kim Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(2):192-194. Cited By 1 Correspondence Feb 26, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF
Clinical Profiles and Treatment Outcomes of 51 Cases of Carotid Cavernous Fistula: A Retrospective Observational Study Sita Paramita Ayuningtyas, Syntia Nusanti, Salmarezka Dewiputri, et al. Korean J Ophthalmol. 2025;39(2):181-188. Cited By 1 Original Article Mar 10, 2025 Full text PubReader ePub PDF Supplementary Material

Korean Journal of
Ophthalmology

Print ISSN: 1011-8942
Online ISSN: 2092-9382

9,128	Consensus of Expert Recommendations for the Safe Administration of Brolucizumab in Neovascular Age-related Macular Degeneration
9,228	Therapeutic Effect of Topical 0.125% Atropine in South Korean Myopic Children: A Real-World Experience
8,909	Comparison of Persistent Postoperative Discomfort 1 Year after Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction and Implantable Collamer Lens Implantation
8,912	Macular Edema in Diabetic Neovascular Glaucoma and Its Association with Systemic Diseases
8,952	Development of a Flexible Electrode for Electrical Stimulation of Rabbit Extraocular Muscle

Cited By 21	Efficacy of Brolucizumab in Polyp Regression of Treatment-Naive Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy and Its Effect on 1-Year Treatment Outcome
Cited By 7	Long-term Results after Bilateral Implantation of Extended Depth of Focus Intraocular Lenses with Mini-Monovision
Cited By 7	New Korean Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Dry Eye Disease
Cited By 7	Clinical Outcomes of a New Hydrophobic Trifocal Intraocular Lens with Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate in Cataract Surgery: A Prospective Multicenter Study
Cited By 4	A Review of Novel Medical Treatments for Thyroid Eye Disease