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MediPrint Finalizes Glaucoma Contact Lens Study
MediPrint Ophthalmics has successfully completed its SIGHT-2 phase 2b study, showcasing the efficacy of its innovative product, LL-BMT1, against a control group using bimatoprost 0.01% ophthalmic solution. LL-BMT1, a preservative-free, weekly drug-eluting contact lens, utilizes the company’s 3D printing technology,…
Novel Gene Editing Breakthrough for Eye Conditions
Researchers at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard have made a breakthrough in gene editing technology, introducing a new method for delivering prime editing tools into cells of living animals. This advancement, detailed in a study published in Nature…
Study Finds Neurolens Lenses Reduce Headache
Neurolens announced the findings of a research study aimed at evaluating the efficacy of its prescription lenses for individuals suffering from headaches. Conducted across 10 optometry practices involving 195 patients, this company-sponsored study utilized the six-item Headache Impact Test (HIT-6)…
10 Signs to Consider Glasses or New Prescriptions
Vision is a critical aspect of our daily lives, enabling us to navigate our environment, engage in activities, and enjoy the beauty of the world around us. However, our eyesight can change over time, often gradually enough that we might…
Pediatric Cataract Surgery Restores Vision for Infant
Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospitals achieved a remarkable feat in pediatric eye care with the successful completion of a high-risk paediatric cataract surgery on an 8-month-old baby in Bangalore. Led by Dr. Sri Ganesh, a distinguished eye surgeon and the…
Glaukos’ iDose TR Hits the Commercial Market
Glaukos Corporation’s iDose TR, using Celanese’s VitalDose EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate), to provide sustained drug release for the treatment of glaucoma has officially entered the commercial market. Having received FDA approval in December, iDose TR represents a notable departure from…
Study Uncovers Eye’s Defense Against Brain Infections
In a study published in the journal Nature, researchers have found that vaccines injected into the eyes of mice can effectively combat the herpes virus, a leading cause of brain encephalitis. Contrary to expectations, the vaccine triggers an immune response…
CorNeat Vision Introduces CorNeat EverPatch in the U.S.
CorNeat Vision has launched the CorNeat EverPatch in the United States, a novel synthetic tissue-integrating matrix poised to transform ophthalmic surgeries. Endorsed by leading surgeons across the US, this FDA-cleared device marks a significant advancement in addressing complications associated with…
Study Finds Link Between Gut Bacteria and Inherited Eye Diseases
Researchers from University College London and Moorfields Eye Hospital have discovered a link between gut bacteria and vision loss in some inherited eye diseases. This pioneering research, conducted on mice, suggests that antimicrobial treatment might offer a new avenue for…
Optos Celebrates Worldwide Installations & Clinical Studies
Optos PLC celebrates two significant achievements: the global installation of over 25,000 devices and the accomplishment of 2,500 clinical and peer-reviewed studies covering 235 disease states. These milestones underscore Optos’ over three decades of innovation and its substantial impact on elevating…