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Tenpoint and Visus Merge to Advance Eye Care
Tenpoint Therapeutics Ltd. and Visus Therapeutics Inc. have officially merged, combining their respective ophthalmic therapeutic assets to form a unified entity focused on addressing ocular conditions associated with aging, including presbyopia, cataracts, and geographic atrophy. Key Therapeutics in the Combined…
First Inverted Meniscus Optics IOLs by Voptica
*This exclusive article is sponsored by Voptica. The opinions expressed in this article are the sponsor’s own. Intraocular lenses (IOLs) designs are constantly evolving to improve patients’ vision needs. Trifocal diffractive IOLs are designed to achieve good visual acuity at…
Yamane Technique – Intrascleral IOL Fixation
In cataract surgery, the optimal outcome involves implanting an intraocular lens (IOL) within the capsular bag. However, complications such as posterior capsule rupture, congenital lens anomalies, or traumatic injuries can leave patients without adequate capsular support, resulting in aphakia—a condition…
Researchers Find 101 Genetic Links to Cataracts
In the largest genetic study on cataracts to date, researchers from QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute have identified 101 genetic regions associated with an increased risk of developing cataracts. This groundbreaking study analyzed DNA from over 950,000 individuals, providing significant…
ESCRS 2024 Exclusive Insights: iNovation Day in Focus
The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) is gearing up for an innovative event with its iNovation® Day in Barcelona, Spain, on Friday 6 September 2024 at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via. Scheduled to be held prior to…
Cataract Surgery Lowers Risk of Falls and Injuries
Cataract surgery is well-known for restoring vision, but a new study reveals it may also play a vital role in reducing life-threatening injuries. Research presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology in Chicago suggests that older…
Fluorescent Gel Boosts Cataract Surgery Safety
Cataracts, a condition that clouds the eye’s lens and impairs vision, are a near-universal experience with age. To improve safety in cataract surgery, scientists at Johns Hopkins have engineered a novel color-changing hydrogel that can help surgeons avoid complications in…
EPOMEC 2024: Ophthalmology Conference Highlights
The Evolving Practice of Ophthalmology Middle East Conference (EPOMEC) is set to take place from December 5–7, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, United Arab Emirates. This prestigious event brings together the latest advancements in ophthalmology from across the…
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ National Ophthalmology Database study of cataract surgery: report 19, a comparative study of the cost and carbon footprint of local anaesthesia techniques for cataract surgery | Eye – Nature
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ National Ophthalmology Database study of cataract surgery: report 19, a comparative study of the cost and carbon footprint of local anaesthesia techniques for cataract surgery | Eye Nature Source: Author: | Date: 2024-11-23 08:00:00 Source: Author:…
Positive Phase 3 Results for MELT-300 Sedation
Melt Pharmaceuticals has reported promising topline results from the pivotal Phase 3 trial of MELT-300, a novel, non-intravenous, non-opioid sedation tablet developed for use during cataract surgeries. The study, conducted under an FDA-approved Special Protocol Assessment (SPA) agreement, demonstrated that…