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Retinal Vasculitis: Causes, Symptoms and Management
Retinal vasculitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the blood vessels of the retina. This inflammation can disrupt the normal blood flow, leading to complications that may compromise visual function. Pathophysiology In retinal vasculitis, inflammatory cells such as neutrophils, macrophages, and…
Corneal Melt: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Corneal Melt, also known as keratolysis, is a severe degenerative condition of the eye characterized by the progressive dissolution of the corneal stroma, the middle and thickest layer of the cornea. This dissolution often leads to a thinning and potential…
What is Vitrectomy Surgery for Floaters?
Eye floaters are small, shadowy shapes that drift across your field of vision. While typically benign, they can be bothersome and impact visual clarity. Floaters result from changes in the vitreous humor, the gel-like substance filling the eye’s interior. For…
FDA Greenlights Phase 1 Trial for IOPCL Magnifier
OnPoint Vision has officially received FDA approval for their investigational device exemption (IDE) application, initiating the phase 1 in the pivotal clinical trial for the AccuraSee Intraocular Pseudophakic Capsular Lens (IOPCL) Magnifier (MAG). This trial focuses on the secondary implantation…
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’…
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…
Pros and Cons of Light Adjustable Lens (LAL)
Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) technology is a groundbreaking advancement in the field of ophthalmology, offering a novel approach to vision correction and the treatment of cataracts. Unlike traditional intraocular lenses that are permanently fixed in their refractive power, LALs can…
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options for Cataracts
Cataracts are a common eye condition that occurs when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to a decrease in vision. The lens, which is normally clear, helps focus light onto the retina at the back of the eye…
Keratoconjunctivitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Management
Picture this: You’re enjoying a beautiful sunny day when suddenly, your eyes start to itch, turn red, and feel like there’s a tiny grain of sand stuck in them. If this scenario sounds all too familiar, you might be one…
Ocular Syphilis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Ocular Syphilis? Ocular syphilis is an inflammatory eye condition caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, the same organism responsible for syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Ocular syphilis can occur at any stage of syphilis, including primary, secondary,…