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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…
J&J’s Nipocalimab Shows Promising Results in Sjögren’s Disease
Johnson & Johnson announced promising topline results from its Phase 3 VIVACITY study evaluating nipocalimab in adults with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), alongside findings from the Phase 2 DAHLIAS study in adults with Sjögren’s disease (SjD). Nipocalimab, an investigational treatment,…
New Device Targets Dry Eye and Beyond with Thermal Imaging
A groundbreaking innovation in ocular health assessment is on the horizon, as a new University of Waterloo spinoff company, ThermOcular AI, unveils its pioneering approach to eye temperature monitoring. Transforming Ocular Diagnostics Founded by vision science and engineering researchers from…
Beacon Therapeutics Initiates VISTA Trial for X-Linked RP
Beacon Therapeutics announced the treatment of the inaugural patient in its pivotal VISTA clinical trial with its lead asset, AGTC-501 (laruparetigene zovaparvovec), marking a significant advancement in the pursuit of combating X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP). Objective of the VISTA Trial…
Australia’s 2nd Generation Bionic Eye Shows Promise in RP
Australia’s second-generation bionic eye has demonstrated “substantial improvement” in functional vision, daily activities, and quality of life for four participants over a period of more than two and a half years, according to the results of the first clinical trial.…
What Is Lens Replacement Surgery?
Lens replacement surgery, also known as Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) or Clear Lens Extraction (CLE), is a procedure designed to improve vision by replacing the eye’s natural lens with an artificial one. This surgery is particularly beneficial for those who…
Your Complete Guide to Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a safe, effective procedure that improves vision by removing cloudy lenses from the eyes and replacing them with artificial lenses. As technology advances and techniques improve, understanding the nuances of cataract surgery is crucial for anyone considering…
CAM360 AmnioGraft: BioTissue’s Ocular Surface Therapy
BioTissue announced the launch of CAM360 AmnioGraft (CAM360 AG), a new, hydrated, shelf-stable ‘Cryopreserved Amniotic Membrane’ (CAM) solution designed for treating dry eye and various ocular surface disorders. Initial shipments of the product have commenced, with nationwide availability expected by…