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FDA Nods Miebo by Bausch + Lomb and Novaliq for DED
Bausch + Lomb announced that the FDA has granted approval for Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane ophthalmic solution; previously referred to as NOV03) to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease (DED). Miebo is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for…
How to diagnose Papilledema, A Swollen Optic Nerve?
Papilledema is the swelling of the optic nerve as it enters the back of the eye due to raised intracranial pressure. Fluid surrounding the brain is constantly produced and reabsorbed, maintaining just enough intracranial pressure to help protect the brain…
Iris Trauma Repair I OBN
The colorful portion of the eye, the iris, is made up of a ring of muscle and connective tissue fibers that contract and stretch to open and close the pupil in response to the intensity of ambient light. The iris,…
Refractive Market to Generate $12 Billion
According to Market Scope’s recent report, the global refractive surgery market will generate $12 billion in total retail revenue in 2027, up from $8.9 billion in 2022, representing a 6.2% compound growth rate. Revenue at the manufacturing level is expected…
Tracey Technologies Launches iTrace Prime
Tracey Technologies announced the launch of iTrace Prime, an upgraded software for the iTrace Ray Tracing aberrometer and corneal topographer. The latest software update (7.0) enhances the information gathering capabilities of a single device, as per a company announcement. The…
AI Is The Most Promising Research Area in Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology is a medical field that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Advancements in technology have made it possible to develop new approaches for diagnosing and treating ocular diseases. One of the most promising areas of research…
Debate Over The Future of Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery has come a long way since its invention over 2,000 years ago. With the advancements in technology, the question on everyone’s mind is whether robots will take over the industry and perform all cataract surgeries. In order to…
Eye Drops Recall: Bacterial Infection Can Be Contagious
*This news has been updated, please click the link to see the updated version. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have expressed concerns that a drug-resistant bacterial strain, linked to imported eyedrops from India, has spread from person…
The Effect of Psilocybin on Color Blindness
Researchers at the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Center for Behavioral Health, Neurological Institute at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio have authored a case report on the potential positive effects of psilocybin on color blindness. The report, published in the…
J & J Vision Receives FDA Clearance for Elita Laser
Johnson & Johnson Vision has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Elita Femtosecond Laser, which is used for creating LASIK flaps. The Elita laser will be introduced at the 2023 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting (ASCRS)…