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New Features at ESCRS Winter Meeting in Frankfurt
The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Winter Meeting in Frankfurt at Congress Centre Messe Frankfurt, scheduled for February 15-18, 2024, promises an array of new sessions and activities aimed at fostering collaboration, learning, and networking within the…
Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops & Myopia Progression
According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), a trial conducted by the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group (PEDIG) and funded by the NEI revealed that the use of low-dose atropine eye drops (concentration 0.01%) did not demonstrate superiority over a…
Glaukos Secures FDA Approval for iDose TR
Glaukos has received FDA approval for iDose TR (travoprost intracameral implant 75 mcg), a groundbreaking prostaglandin analog intracameral implant designed to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in individuals with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma. The iDose TR procedure, sanctioned for a…
Eyenovia’s Mydcombi Approved by the FDA
Eyenovia Inc. announced that the FDA has approved Mydcombi, a groundbreaking ophthalmic spray that induces mydriasis for diagnostic procedures and short-term pupil dilation. This marks the first approved, fixed-dose combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine in the United States and also…
What Is Stargardt Disease? | OBN
What Is Stargardt Disease? Stargardt disease, also known as Stargardt macular degeneration or juvenile macular degeneration, is an inherited eye disease that affects the macula, which is the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision. Stargardt disease…
Top 10 Trends to Watch in Ophthalmology
The field of ophthalmology is constantly evolving with new technologies and treatments emerging every year. In the next decade, we can expect even more advancements that will revolutionize the way we approach eye care. Here are the top 10 eye…
Ophthalmology’s Leap with Emerging Technologies
In a recent survey conducted on LinkedIn by the Ophthalmology Breaking News (OBN), ophthalmology professionals were asked to identify the emerging technology they believed held the most promise for improving surgical outcomes in their field. The results shed light on…
New Features Added to Oertli’s OS 4 Surgical Platform
Oertli Instrumente announced that the OS 4 surgical platform is now available with four new features for greater comfort in retinal, glaucoma and cataract surgery. Oertli’s OS 4 platform is a powerful, multifaceted system designed for retinal, glaucoma, and cataract…
Best 6 Advances in Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery has undergone remarkable advancements, leading to significant improvements in patient outcomes and revolutionizing the field of ophthalmology. From advanced surgical techniques to innovative intraocular lens (IOL) options, this article explores the top six breakthroughs in cataract surgery that…
Iris Prolapse: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Iris prolapse is a condition wherein the iris, the colored part of the eye responsible for controlling the amount of light entering the eye, protrudes out through a surgical wound or a traumatic wound in the cornea or sclera. This…