The 256+ channel Boston subretinal prosthesis is on track for in vivo validation of function and an
FDA investigational device exemption application.
Month: August 2012
Ophthalmologists fare relatively well in survey of physician burnout, work/life balance
Ophthalmology fared relatively well in a national survey of burnout and professional/personal life
balance among physicians, reporting a level of burnout lower than the mean of those surveyed and a level of
satisfaction with professional/person…
JCAHPO taps Pearson VUE to offer simulated exams
The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) and Pearson VUE have entered
into an agreement to provide ophthalmic medical technicians access to computer-based multiple-choice and simulated
exams.
Insight Software ranked on Inc. 500|5000 list
Insight Software, creators of My Vision Express, has been ranked number 2,067 on Inc.
magazine’s 31st annual Inc. 500|5000, a ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private
companies.
Molecular Partners, Allergan to develop and commercialize DARPins against ophthalmic diseases
Allergan, Inc. and Molecular Partners AG today announced that they have significantly expanded their existing relationship by entering into two separate agreements to discover, develop, and commercialize proprietary therapeutic DARPin products for the …
Study identifies mode of death of cone photoreceptor cells in animal model of RP
Research conducted at the Angiogenesis Laboratory at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, has for the first time, identified the mode of death of cone photoreceptor cells in an animal model of retinitis pigmentosa (RP).
Association between intake of artificially sweetened, sugar-sweetened beverages and preterm delivery: a large prospective cohort study
By: englund-ogge
What Is A Black Eye? What Is A Periorbital Hematoma?
A black eye, also known as a periorbital hematoma or a shiner, refers to bruising of the tissue under the skin around the eye. In the majority of cases the injury was not to the eye itself, but rather to the face. The patient may have been struck on th…
Study suggests age-related cataract is associated with type 2 diabetes and statin use
Source: Optometry and Vision Science
Area: News
According to the results of a study published in the journal ‘Optometry and Vision Science’ that used data from a large optometric clinic population, statin use was substantially higher in patients with …
Penetrating Keratoplasty vs DALK: Comparison of Outcomes
This new study explores the effectiveness of and the differences between DALK and penetrating keratoplasty. The British Journal of Ophthalmology
Diet composition is associated with endogenous formation of N-nitroso compounds in obese men
By: silviagratz
Horizon scanning: Two phase 3 trials investigate enzymatic vitreolysis with ocriplasmin for vitreomacular traction and macular holes
Source: NEJM
Area: News
The results of two phase 3 trials investigating the use of intravitreal ocriplasmin in vitreomacular adhesion have been published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). In vitreomacular adhesion, the vitreous gel adhere…
A safety review and meta-analyses of bevacizumab and ranibizumab in age related macular degeneration: Off-label versus gold standard
Source: PLoS One
Area: News
The authors of this paper carried out a systematic review based on randomised controlled clinical trials (RCTs) to assess whether unlicensed therapy with bevacizumab is as safe as licensed therapy with ranibizumab for the t…
Help needed in medication self-management for people with visual impairment: case-control study
Source: British Journal of General Practice
Area: Evidence > Medicines Management > References
Background: Visual impairment (VI) is rising in prevalence and contributing to increasing morbidity, particularly among older people. Understa…
Overcorrection is a risk in pediatric exotropia surgery
One-third of pediatric patients treated surgically for intermittent exotropia have excellent post-treatment alignment, and two-thirds have satisfactory control of the condition after the procedure, show UK study results.
Diagnosis Of Neural Diseases Through The Eyes Using Color-Coded Markers
Sticky plaques of proteins called amyloids mark several different, though related degenerative brain diseases including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Creutzfeld-Jacobs. The symptoms of these disorders overlap and methods to diagnose and monitor them are…
Fall risk may rise after cataract surgery
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Contrary to some past research, a new study finds that elderly adults who
have cataract surgery could face an increased risk of falls and fractures in the next year — at least if they have
only one eye done.
Ophthalmologist invents innovative indoor golf net (VIDEO)
Check out this video demonstration of Swing Box, indoor golf net invented by Joe Lee, MD,
ophthalmologist.
Eye Drug Clears Macular Adhesions (CME/CE)
(MedPage Today) — An investigational biologic agent appears to resolve vitreomacular adhesion better than placebo, researchers found.
Contact Lens Sensor Appears Safe and Tolerable
New study suggests that a contact lens sensor to assess intraocular pressure during a 24-hour period is safe and tolerable for patients either with glaucoma or suspected of having glaucoma. Medscape Medical News