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Novartis’ AMD Drug Linked to Rare Retinal Side Effects
Two recent studies have found that a drug called brolucizumab, which was approved in 2019 and developed by Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis AG to treat wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), can cause rare retinal side effects due to its interaction…
Use of Telemedicine in Ophthalmology
The medical industry is undergoing radical change as we enter the digital age. One such change is the advent of telemedicine – a powerful tool enabling healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely. Ophthalmology, the branch of medicine dedicated to…
What is Ophthalmology? | OBN
The word itself originates from Greek words phthalmos, “eye” and -logia, “study” and Ophthalmology means “the study of eyes”. Ophthalmology is the branch in medicine that concerns the medical conditions and health of the eyes. The discipline covers all animal…
DORC Receives FDA Clearance for Eva Nexus System
DORC International has announced 510(k) market clearance and the launch of the Eva Nexus. According to DORC, the Eva Nexus features multiple innovations to improve performance, efficiency, and stability for retina surgeons, including Smart IOP for anterior and posterior chamber stability; DORC’s trocar cannula system with HI-FLOW infusion…
Vitamin A & The Ocular Surface
Vitamin A deficiency remains an important cause of ocular morbidity among patients with chronic liver disease and lipid malabsorption, and is a major cause of blindness in developing countries. Early ocular surface changes include keratinization of the conjunctiva and development…
Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG)
A subtype of glaucomas known as primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) is characterized by an open, seemingly normal anterior chamber angle and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), with no additional underlying disease. Secondary glaucoma is a condition where the elevated IOP…
Researchers Investigate Impact of Altered Gravity on Eye Health
As the accessibility of space travel grows, so does the urgency to understand its effects on human physiology. Researchers led by Dr. Ana Diaz Artiles at Texas A&M University are tackling this challenge head-on by studying how altered gravity during…
What Is Vision Therapy and Who Needs It
Vision therapy is a specialized form of optometric care that utilizes a series of customized visual exercises and equipment to improve visual skills and processing. Often described as physical therapy for the eyes and brain, vision therapy aims to enhance…
What is Photophobia and How to Manage it
Photophobia, or sensitivity to light, is a common condition characterized by discomfort or pain in response to exposure to light. While it can occur in individuals with healthy eyes, photophobia is often associated with underlying eye conditions or systemic diseases.…
Harrow Starts Triesence Relaunch Strategy
Harrow Pharmaceuticals announced its efforts to relaunch Triesence (triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension) 40 mg/mL in the United States market. The company announced the successful manufacture of the first of three commercial-scale Process Performance Qualification (PPQ) batches required for the relaunch.…