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FDA Accepts Application for Genentech’s Vabysmo for RVO
Genentech announced that the FDA has accepted the company’s supplemental biologics license application (sBLA) for Vabysmo (faricimab-svoa) for the treatment of macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO). The sBLA is based on data from the phase 3 BALATON and…
Alimera Wraps Synchronicity Study Enrollment for Yutiq in Uveitis
Alimera Sciences has reached its enrollment target for the Synchronicity study, marking a significant milestone in the prospective, open-label clinical investigation of Yutiq (fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant 0.18mg). The study focuses on assessing the safety and efficacy of Yutiq in…
Harrow Secures US and Canadian Rights to Vevye
Harrow has recently announced a significant development by entering the prescription dry eye disease treatment market. The company has successfully struck a deal to acquire the commercial rights for Vevye (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution 0.1%) in both the United States and…
2023 Recap: Top 15 Firsts in Ophthalmology
In a year marked by groundbreaking achievements, the field of ophthalmology witnessed a series of historic firsts, pushing the boundaries of innovation and patient care. Here are the noteworthy milestones: Pioneering the integration of technology into glaucoma management, the world’s…
Patient Compliance: A Major Challenge for Ophthalmologists
According to the results of a recent LinkedIn survey conducted by our team, treating eye conditions can be a daunting task for medical professionals due to several challenges. Patient Compliance The survey asked attendees what their biggest challenge was when…
UCL-Moorfields Eye Hospital Secures £5M for Research Center
The Sir Jules Thorn Charitable Trust has allocated £5 million towards the establishment of a research center within Oriel, the collaborative initiative between UCL and Moorfields Eye Hospital aimed at advancing eye health. Partnering with Moorfields Eye Charity and Moorfields…
Toku Granted CE and UKCA Marks for CLAiR Technology
Toku announced the acquisition of the CE Mark in Europe and UKCA certification in the United Kingdom for its patented CLAiR technology. This innovation offers a non-invasive method for assessing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) directly at the point…
Iridex Granted European Patent for MicroPulse Technology
Iridex, a pioneering company in the field of medical devices, announced the grant of the European Patent ‘EP 3009093.’ This patent, titled “Laser System with Short Pulse Characteristics and its Methods of Use,” signifies a significant milestone for the company,…
An Overview of Horner Syndrome
Horner syndrome is a relatively rare disorder characterized by a constricted pupil (miosis), drooping of the upper eyelid (ptosis), absence of sweating of the face (anhidrosis), and sinking of the eyeball into the bony cavity that protects the eye (enophthalmos).…
What Causes Nocturnal Lagophthalmos? | OBN
Nocturnal lagophthalmos is the inability to close the eyelids while sleeping. This can result in a range of conditions from mild epithelial changes to severe exposure ulcers (Katz and Kaufman, 1977). Lagophthalmos is associated with exposure keratopathy, poor sleep, and…