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What Is Leber Congenital Amaurosis?
Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the retina, the part of the eye responsible for sensing light and sending visual signals to the brain. It is a severe form of retinal dystrophy, which means that…
Dysphotopsia: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment | OBN
What Is Dysphotopsia? Dysphotopsia, a term often sending shivers down the spine of even the most experienced ophthalmologists, refers to a spectrum of visual disturbances that patients may experience following cataract surgery. It is derived from the Greek words ‘dys’…
Japan’s PMDA Approves Aurion Biotech’s NDA
Aurion Biotech announced that it has received regulatory approval from Japan’s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) for its pioneering cell therapy, VyznovaTM, designed for treating bullous keratopathy of the cornea. According to the company, this represents the world’s first…
VSY’s SVT Technology Secures Patent Grant in the US
Andreas C. Kühnel, Managing Director at VSY Biotechnology announced that the company’s innovative Sinusoidal Vision Technology (SVT®) has received its U.S. patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. This significant milestone is a testament to the company’s commitment…
Tiny Eye Implant: A Diabetes Treatment Option
In Sweden, researchers have created a microscale device designed for implantation in the eye, opening up new paths for cell-based treatments for conditions like diabetes. Developed by a team from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet, this 3D-printed…
J. Martin Heur, MD, PhD, named chair of Department of Ophthalmology – keck.usc.edu
J. Martin Heur, MD, PhD, named chair of Department of Ophthalmology keck.usc.edu Source: Author: | Date: 2023-10-18 07:00:00 Source: Author: | Date: 2023-10-18 07:00:00
XPANCEO Raises $40M for AR Vision Contact Lenses
XPANCEO, a deep tech startup, has secured $40 million in seed funding to introduce groundbreaking contact lenses with augmented reality (AR) vision features. These funds will be strategically channeled into the development of the next prototype, consolidating multiple features within…
ICTER’s New Imaging Method for Early Diagnosis
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) stands as one of the most foundational and accurate tests for diagnosing eye diseases. While it excels in a detailed examination of individual eye structures, its effectiveness diminishes when applied to the early detection of subtle…
Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome: Causes and Treatment
Parinaud oculoglandular syndrome is a relatively rare yet intriguing medical condition that intertwines ocular and glandular manifestations. Characterized by its distinct combination of eye-related symptoms and glandular involvement, this syndrome presents a unique challenge for both patients and medical professionals.…
Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus | OBN
Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus (HZO), commonly known as shingles, is a viral disease characterized by a unilateral painful skin rash in one or more dermatome distributions of the fifth cranial nerve (trigeminal nerve), shared by the eye and ocular adnexa. Herpes…