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Link Between Proteins in Tears and Pain After Eye Surgery
In a study published in the Journal of Proteome Research, researchers from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) have identified a connection between specific proteins found in patients’ tears and persistent pain experienced months after eye surgery. This discovery could…
New Insights on Retinoblastoma Treatment
Recent research presented at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery’s (SNIS) 21st Annual Meeting underscores significant improvements in treating retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer affecting young children. The study reveals that advancements in treatment over the past 15 years have notably…
Nicox Concludes U.S. Recruitment for Phase 3 NCX 470 Trial
Nicox announced the recruitment and randomization of the final patient in the United States for its Denali Phase 3 trial of NCX 470. This milestone marks a significant step in evaluating the safety and efficacy of NCX 470 for patients…
Osheru Receives Funding for Ziplyft Device for Blepharoplasty
Osheru announced the successful completion of a $4.7 million funding round aimed at accelerating the development and commercialization of its Ziplyft device for blepharoplasty surgery. The funding round was oversubscribed and led by a consortium of investors including individuals, family…
Trial Results for Susvimo Show Sustained Efficacy in DME and DR
Genentech and Roche released compelling 2-year data from the phase 3 Pagoda and Pavilion studies evaluating Susvimo (ranibizumab injection) 100 mg/mL, marking a significant development in the treatment landscape for diabetic macular edema (DME) and diabetic retinopathy (DR). Reintroduction of…
Okyo Pharma’s Phase 2 Trial for Neuropathic Corneal Pain
Okyo Pharma announced its plan to initiate a phase 2 clinical trial for OK-101 in the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP), scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2024. This one-year study follows promising results from preclinical animal…
NexThera Submits IND Application for NT-101 for Wet AMD
NexThera has officially submitted a Phase 1/2a Investigational New Drug (IND) application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for NT-101, an innovative non-invasive eye drop treatment targeting wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD). Proprietary Delivery Platform: Advancing Treatment…
ENTOD Pharma Introduces New Eye Drop Preservative System
Mumbai-based ENTOD Pharmaceuticals has unveiled a novel advancement in ophthalmic care with the introduction of EyeBS, a new eye drop preservative system. EyeBS is specifically designed to supplant traditional detergent-based preservatives such as Benzalkonium Chloride (BAK) and Polyquaternium-1, offering a…
Study Highlights Significant Drug Waste from SUCD for Eye Drops
A recent report published online in Ophthalmology reveals alarming levels of drug wastage and associated costs due to self-imposed use cessation dates (SUCD) for multiuse eye drop bottles. John M. Tan and colleagues from the Icahn School of Medicine at…
FDA Clears Enhanced SPECTRALIS® OCTA Module by Heidelberg
Heidelberg Engineering announced the FDA clearance of its upgraded SPECTRALIS® OCTA Module featuring SHIFT technology. This advancement promises to significantly reduce acquisition time by 50%, marking a pivotal development in clinical efficiency and diagnostic precision within ophthalmology. Enhancing Clinical Utility…