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World’s First Corneal Esthesiometer Approved by the FDA

Brill Engines, a subsidiary of Brill Pharma, specializing in pioneering medical solutions for ophthalmology, announced the FDA approval of its groundbreaking medical device, the Corneal Esthesiometer Brill (CEB). This approval marks a significant milestone in the field of ophthalmology, as…

Pars Plana Vitrectomy (PPV) & Patients Education I OBN

Pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) is a surgical procedure introduced by Robert Machemer that provides access to the posterior segment of the eye, allowing for the treatment of various vitreoretinal diseases. This technique has revolutionized ophthalmic surgery by enabling the management…

Telescopic Contact Lenses | OBN

Telescopic contact lenses are a recent development in the field of ophthalmology that allows people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) to see more clearly. Telescopic contact lenses use miniature telescopes that are built into the lens to magnify images and…

Challenges Ophthalmologists Face | OBN

We recently conducted a survey on LinkedIn to ask ophthalmologists about the largest problem they face in their field. A total of 153 people participated in the poll, and the results revealed some interesting insights. The top issue identified by…

Best 10 Mobile Apps for Eye Health

According to recent studies, 4.5 billion people worldwide suffer from some form of visual impairment. Fortunately, technology has come a long way in helping people manage and improve their eye health. From monitoring vision changes to providing personalized exercises and…

Trinity College Develops Gene Therapy for Glaucoma and AMD

A team of researchers at Trinity College Dublin has developed a gene therapy that shows promise for treating both glaucoma and dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The therapy, which uses an enhanced gene (eNdi1) delivered by an approved virus, aims…

Oculus Introduces Pentacam Cornea OCT at ESCRS 2024

Oculus has unveiled the Pentacam Cornea OCT, an innovative device that integrates Scheimpflug imaging with the world’s first pericentric OCT scanning system. This dual imaging technology captures both Scheimpflug and ultra high-resolution OCT images of the cornea in just one…

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