TearLab reported a net loss of $4.4 million, or $0.82 per share, in the first quarter of 2017, compared with a net loss of $7.3 million, or $2.14 per share, in the same quarter of 2016. Net revenue for the first quarters of 2016 and 2017 were similar a…
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Computerized cataract surgery with Callisto eye system improves efficiency
MILAN — Computerized cataract surgery with the Callisto eye system from Carl Zeiss Meditec can improve efficiency in the operating room and enhance patient flow, according to a speaker. “I particularly appreciate the advantages of this technology when I implant toric IOLs. What we did previously was to take measurements preoperatively, write them on paper, take them into the surgery and mark the cornea. With the Callisto, the IOLMaster takes the measurements, feeds them into the data management system and then into the surgical microscope,” Rolando Toyos, MD, said at (Read more...)
VIDEO: IOL power selection more accurate in children left aphakic for 1 year
KIAWAH, S.C. — At Kiawah Eye 2017, Amanda L. Marzolf, MD, a resident at the Medical University of South Carolina, discusses a study done at Storm Eye Institute that supports the idea of delaying IOL implantation in infants who undergo early cataract surgery. IOL selection is more accurate after the first year of life when the rapid rate of eye growth decreases, Marzolf said.
Esteemed ophthalmic leader Roger F. Steinert, MD, dies
Roger Francis Steinert , MD, one of America’s most distinguished ophthalmologists and an internationally recognized authority on corneal and refractive surgery, has died. Dr. Steinert died peacefully at his home in Vail, Colorado, surrounded by family and friends on June 6 after a 2.5-year battle with glioblastoma. He was 66 years old. His courageous personal struggle was public because Roger remained professionally active until several weeks before his passing. In his final 2 years, Roger was feted by his colleagues and the professional organizations that he had led. This outpouring (Read more...)
NICE recommends Ozurdex for noninfectious posterior uveitis
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in the United Kingdom has issued a final appraisal determination recommending Ozurdex for the treatment of noninfectious posterior uveitis, according to an Allergan press release. If confirmed as fi…
Trump’s election, aftermath has impact on society’s health, well-being
There is a growing amount of evidence to that indicate presidential campaigns and their outcomes can have negative effects on a person’s health, according to a paper published in The New England Journal of Medicine. The authors outlined suggestions for health care providers to reverse what researchers called “postelection side effects.”
FDA clears Zepto capsulotomy system
The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for the Zepto capsulotomy system from Mynosys Cellular Devices for lens capsulotomy during cataract surgery, according to a press release.The Zepto system, named for the metric unit of measurement 1 million times sm…
FDA clears Zepto capsulotomy system
The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for the Zepto capsulotomy system from Mynosys Cellular Devices for lens capsulotomy during cataract surgery, according to a press release.The Zepto system, named for the metric unit of measurement 1 million times sm…
Surgeon highlights advantages and limitations of corneal refractive procedures for presbyopia
MILAN — Q-LASIK should be the procedure of choice for low myopic patients with presbyopia, according to one surgeon.“Results are very good in low myopes. Hyperopes in presbyopic age keep changing refraction, and this depends on the lens and not on the cornea; therefore, they are better treated with [refractive lens exchange],” Antonio Marinho, MD, said at the OSN Italy meeting.
VIDEO: Treat ocular surface for good results with cataract and LASIK surgery
MILAN — At the OSN Italy meeting, Rolando Toyos, MD, emphasizes the importance of treating any ocular surface disturbance before cataract or LASIK surgery. He suggests options to deal with a problem that is increasingly widespread and can jeopardize results even in the hands of the most skilled surgeon and with the best equipment.
VIDEO: Treat ocular surface for good results with cataract and LASIK surgery
MILAN — At the OSN Italy meeting, Rolando Toyos, MD, emphasizes the importance of treating any ocular surface disturbance before cataract or LASIK surgery. He suggests options to deal with a problem that is increasingly widespread and can jeopardize results even in the hands of the most skilled surgeon and with the best equipment.
CyPass micro-stent shows good long-term results
MILAN — Long-term results confirm that the CyPass micro-stent from Alcon safely reduces IOP and the number of glaucoma medications used, according to one surgeon. “I implanted the first CyPass in 2009, and I am still very satisfied with my results,” Magda Rau, MD, said at the OSN Italy meeting.
VIDEO: Surgeon gives pearls to optimize DMEK procedure
KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. ― At Kiawah Eye 2017, Preeya K. Gupta, MD, shares her three pearls for making DMEK a more efficient procedure.
VIDEO: Surgeon outlines dry eye testing, treatment
KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. ― At Kiawah Eye 2017, John A. Hovanesian, MD, discusses the tools and methods his clinic uses to diagnose and treat dry eye in patients prior to cataract surgery.
Imprimis reports $5 million net loss in first quarter
Imprimis Pharmaceuticals reported a net loss of $5 million, or $0.26 per common share, in the first quarter of 2017 compared with a net loss of $4.5 million, or $0.43 per common share, in the same quarter of 2016. Total revenue for the quarter was $6.1 million, an increase of 39% from 2016’s first quarter of $4.4 million, according to a company press release.
VIDEO: Pioneer of refractive surgery shares his views on laser techniques for presbyopia
MILAN — Klaus Ditzen, MD, talks at the OSN Italy meeting about the outcomes, advantages and limitations of laser techniques for presbyopia. As a pioneer of refractive surgery, he gives his advice on best choices and pearls for best outcomes.
Drug delivery devices may be future of glaucoma therapy
MILAN — Drug delivery devices may relieve the burden of glaucoma treatment and increase compliance, according to one speaker.“There are several technologies in the pipeline that are getting ready for us for drug delivery. It’s an exciting time. We have to get rid of preservatives and look at ways to improve adherence for patients,” E. Randy Craven, MD, said at the OSN Italy meeting.
VIDEO: Surgeon suggests how to deal with astigmatism at time of cataract surgery
MILAN — At the OSN Italy meeting, Jeffrey D. Horn, MD, speaks about correction of astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery. For better visual quality, his advice is to “think outside the box,” aiming at controlling and manipulating astigmatism rather than correcting it.
VIDEO: Portable ophthalmic imaging enhances consult service
KIAWAH, S.C. — At Kiawah Eye 2017, R. Alan Sharpe, MD, a resident at the Storm Eye Institute at Medical University of South Carolina, explains how his institution’s consult service has incorporated the use of smartphones to “seamlessly” obtain and transfer fundus photo images.
VIDEO: Inflammation after cataract surgery needs prompt, proper management
MILAN — At the OSN Italy meeting, Nicoletta A. Fynn-Thompson, MD, speaks about causes of inflammation after cataract surgery and gives pearls on diagnosis and treatment.