Although level 1 evidence is lacking, the preponderance of evidence shows a benefit of lacrimal drainage plugs in the treatment of dry eyes. Medscape Medical News
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Researchers discover how the discomfort from dry eye disease originates
A group of researchers from the Instituto de Neurociencias, a mixed centre of the Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) and the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), has taken part in a…
Researchers discover how the discomfort from dry eye disease originates
A group of researchers from the Instituto de Neurociencias, a mixed centre of the Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) and the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), has taken part in a…
A protein provides emergency aid
Small heat shock proteins ensure that other proteins do not clot, allowing the cell to survive stress.
Research and Markets: Ocular Hypertension – Pipeline Review, H1 2015
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/jrdqcj/ocular) has announced the addition of the “Ocular Hypertension – Pipeline Review, H1 2015” report to their offering. This report provides comprehensive inf…
Reader Poll: How Do Second Opinions Change What You Do?
A study has found that second opinions have a significant effect on diagnosis and treatment. Medscape Medical News
Better Sight Yields Better Sleep
(MedPage Today) — Patients who had cataract surgery also showed improved cognitive function
The Evolution of Keratoplasty
Dr Roger Steinert discusses the new techniques and technologies of keratoplasty. Medscape Ophthalmology
Lamellar Surgery and the Future of Corneal Transplants
Dr Roger Steinert shares insight from a leading expert on modern corneal lamellar surgery and its implications in corneal transplantation. Medscape Ophthalmology
DACO launches advanced optical shutter, rotary solenoid device pairings for medical device applications
DACO Instruments, part of the Alinabal Group, announces the global launch of its advanced optical shutter and rotary solenoid device pairings. Combined, the technologies provide industry-leading power efficiency and customization flexibility with super…
Laser surgery credentials out of focus – London Eye Hospital surgeon calls for official register
A leading London-based eye hospital is calling for tighter regulations and stricter credentialing in laser eye surgery, reporting mounting numbers of misinformed and outright damaged patients…
LENSAR erhält CE-Kennzeichnung für fünf neue Leistungsanwendungsupgrades am LENSAR-Lasersystem
ORLANDO, Florida (USA)–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LENSAR Inc., ein globaler Führer in der Femtosekunden-Lasertechnologie für refraktive Kataraktchirurgie, hat heute mitgeteilt, dass es für eine Suite aus fünf neuen Anwendungstechnologien, die in das Vorzeigeprodukt des Unternehmens, das LENSAR® Laser System, integriert wurden, die CE-Kennzeichnung der Regulierungsbehörde der Europäischen Union erhalten hat. Als erste Femtosekunden-Laserkataraktplattform zur Ermöglichung der Automatisierung von Planungs-
LENSAR obtient le marquage CE pour cinq nouvelles mises à niveau d’application de performance du système laser LENSAR
ORLANDO, Floride–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LENSAR, Inc., un leader mondial en technologie laser femtoseconde de prochaine génération pour la chirurgie de la cataracte réfractive, a annoncé aujourd’hui que les régulateurs de l’Union européenne lui avaient accordé le marquage CE pour une série de cinq nouvelles technologies d’application intégrées au produit phare de la société, le système laser LENSAR®. En tant que première plateforme de cataracte laser femtoseconde à permettre l’automatisation des élém
Advances in Drug Delivery to the Posterior Segment
What emerging drug delivery technologies are on the horizon for vitreoretinal diseases, and how do they perform in terms of safety and efficacy? Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
‘Alzheimer’s protein’ plays role in maintaining eye health and muscle strength
Amyloid precursor protein (APP), a key protein implicated in the development Alzheimer’s disease, may play an important role in eye and muscle health.
LENSAR Receives CE Mark for Five New Performance Application Upgrades to the LENSAR Laser System
ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LENSAR, Inc., announces receipt of the CE Mark for five application upgrades to the LENSAR® Laser System with Streamline™ for femtosecond cataract surgery.
Riassunto: LENSAR riceve il marchio CE per cinque nuovi aggiornamenti alle prestazioni dell’applicazione per il sistema laser LENSAR
ORLANDO, Florida–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LENSAR, Inc., leader a livello mondiale della tecnologia laser a femtosecondi di nuova generazione per la chirurgia refrattiva per cataratta, ha annunciato oggi di aver ricevuto il marchio CE da parte degli enti regolatori dell’Unione Europea per un pacchetto di cinque nuove tecnologie di applicazione integrate nel prodotto fiore all’occhiello della società, il sistema laser LENSAR®. Il testo originale del presente annuncio, redatto nella lingua di partenza, è
Manchester first to implement Congenica’s Sapientia technology to provide fast, accurate diagnosis for genetic diseases
10,000 new patients a year are treated by the Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine (MCGM) for a range of rare diseases including cancers, developmental disorders and disabilities including hearing and vision loss – diagnosis can be time-consuming and…
Eye imaging software could aid disease diagnosis, study suggests
Imaging technology that scans blood vessels in the eye could be used to help diagnose a wide range of diseases, a study suggests.
Viral Conjunctivitis Produces Deep Orbital Inflammation
Epidemic adenoviral keratoconjunctivitis (EKC) can be associated with inflammation beyond that seen on the conjunctival surface, a new case report suggests. Reuters Health Information