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Notal Vision’s OCT Promises Advances in Wet AMD Management
Notal Vision announced findings from a pioneering clinical trial using home-based optical coherence tomography (OCT) to oversee patients with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Published in Retina, the results highlighted a notable reduction in office visits and treatment frequency, while…
ANI Pharmaceuticals to Acquire Alimera Sciences in $381M Deal
ANI Pharmaceutical has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Alimera at approximately $381 million. The agreement has been approved by both companies’ Boards of Directors and is anticipated to close in the late third quarter of 2024. Alimera Sciences, a…
Use of Telemedicine in Ophthalmology
The medical industry is undergoing radical change as we enter the digital age. One such change is the advent of telemedicine – a powerful tool enabling healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely. Ophthalmology, the branch of medicine dedicated to…
Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG)
A subtype of glaucomas known as primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) is characterized by an open, seemingly normal anterior chamber angle and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), with no additional underlying disease. Secondary glaucoma is a condition where the elevated IOP…
What Is Vision Therapy and Who Needs It
Vision therapy is a specialized form of optometric care that utilizes a series of customized visual exercises and equipment to improve visual skills and processing. Often described as physical therapy for the eyes and brain, vision therapy aims to enhance…
What is Photophobia and How to Manage it
Photophobia, or sensitivity to light, is a common condition characterized by discomfort or pain in response to exposure to light. While it can occur in individuals with healthy eyes, photophobia is often associated with underlying eye conditions or systemic diseases.…
Oculis’ Licaminlimab Shows Promise in Phase 2B Trial for DED
Oculis Holding announced positive topline results from its phase 2b RELIEF trial, shedding light on the efficacy of licaminlimab, an innovative anti-TNFα biologic eye drop, in addressing dry eye disease (DED). Licaminlimab’s established dual mechanism of action, boasting both anti-inflammatory…
What is X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) describes a group of rare genetic eye diseases that damage light-sensitive cells in the retina, leading to loss of sight over time. In about 10% of RP cases, the non-working gene is passed down from the mother…
Preseptal and Orbital Cellulitis | OBN
Preseptal cellulitis (periorbital cellulitis) is infection of the eyelid and surrounding skin anterior to the orbital septum. Orbital cellulitis is infection of the orbital tissues posterior to the orbital septum. Either can be caused by an external focus of infection (eg, a wound),…
Nordic Pharma Introduces Lacrifill Canalicular Gel for Dry Eye
Nordic Pharma announced the commercial launch of Lacrifill Canalicular Gel, aimed at addressing dry eye disease in the United States. This novel therapy, Lacrifill, is a cross-linked hyaluronic acid derivative that has received clearance from the FDA. Its primary function…