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What is Pneumatic Retinopexy? I OBN
Pneumatic retinopexy is an in-office procedure used to repair certain types of retinal detachments. Pneumatic retinopexy typically treats rhegmatous retinal detachments. The eye is numbed with anesthesia so there is no pain. A gas bubble is injected into the eye…
Alcon Launches Experience Academy App
Alcon has introduced the Alcon Experience Academy (AEA) app to enhance the digital learning experience of eye care professionals (ECPs). The app enables customers to access AEA’s educational and training resources easily. It is a customizable platform that provides ECPs…
Eurostat: Cataract Surgeries Down by 4% in EU in 2021
The two most common surgical operations and procedures performed in EU hospitals (out of all surgical operations and procedures for which data are collected) are cataract surgery and cesarean sections. In 2021, cataract surgery was the most common surgical operation…
A Rare Disorder: What Is Lowe Syndrome?
Lowe Syndrome, also known as oculocerebrorenal syndrome of Lowe (OCRL), is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the triad of congenital cataracts, mental retardation, and renal tubular dysfunction. The disorder is caused by mutations in the OCRL1 gene, which encodes…
What is Pseudophakia? | OBN
Pseudophakia, is a Latin word, made up of two parts pseudo (fake or artificial) and phakia(lens). It is an incredible visual rehabilitation technique, where an artificial İntraocular lens is introduced into the affected eye after the extraction of a cloudy…
HOYA Surgical Optics Acquires Mid Labs and Fritz Ruck
HOYA Surgical Optics (“HSO”), the intraocular lens and related products division of HOYA Group, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of medical device companies Mid Labs and Fritz Ruck. Mid Labs is a California-based company focused on the…
Alcon Introduces Launch Of AcrySof IQ Vivity
Development of active glasses for mitigating presbyopia has become an active area of research, facilitated by the miniaturization of focus-tunable lenses as well as the increased processing power of modern computers. Alcon the global leader in eye care dedicated to…
Ophthalmic Market Projected to Reach $532.8M by 2026
The global ophthalmic sutures market size is expected to reach USD 532.8 million by 2026, expanding at a CAGR of 6.4% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View research, Inc. Key factors driving the market…
Cataract Journey and Medical Staff’s Role in Patient Care
Cataract surgery is the most frequently performed operative procedure worldwide, typically concludes with the implantation of an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to correct aphakia (absence of the crystalline lens). The surgery—which involves removing the eye’s clouded lens and replacing it…
YAG Laser Capsulotomy Procedure | OBN
Cataract surgery has revolutionized the way we restore vision, but what happens when clarity begins to fade post-surgery? This is where YAG laser capsulotomy steps in, offering a solution that restores vision and rejuvenates the eyes. In this article, we’ll…