People with achromatopsia, an inherited eye disorder, see the world literally in black and white. Worse yet, their extreme sensitivity to light makes them nearly blind in bright sunlight.
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Systemic Complications Are Common in Sjögren Syndrome
A retrospective review of patients with Sjogren syndrome underlines the need for ophthalmologists to screen for this disorder as soon as its tell-tale signs present. Medscape Ophthalmology
NICE recommends EYLEA for visual impairment due to diabetic macular oedema (DMO)
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) draft Final Appraisal Determination (FAD) recommends EYLEA for the treatment of patients with visual impairment due to diabetic macular…
Ocata Therapeutics Receives Important New U.S. Patent for its RPE Therapy for Macular Degenerative Diseases
MARLBOROUGH, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ocata Therapeutics, Inc. (“Ocata” or “the Company”; NASDAQ: OCAT), a leader in the field of Regenerative Ophthalmology™, today announced that it continues to fortify the scope of protection covering its retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) transplant technology with the issuance by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) of U.S. Patent No 9,045,732. This new patent further strengthens the Company’s comprehensive suite of intellectual property which
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai observes June 1st as World Orthoptics Day
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai joins with the International Orthoptic Association to observe June 1st as World Orthoptics Day.
Medicare physician reimbursement data could be confusing to the public
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services today released to the public data relating to 2013 Medicare payments made to physicians and other providers. In response, the American Academy of Ophthalmology is providing necessary context for the reimbursement data, which in its raw form are often complex and difficult to understand.
Researchers identify previously unknown gene mutation that causes achromatopsia
People with achromatopsia, an inherited eye disorder, see the world literally in black and white. Worse yet, their extreme sensitivity to light makes them nearly blind in bright sunlight. Now, researchers at University of California, San Diego School o…
More patients experience phantom eye symptoms every day, say University of Liverpool researchers
Researchers from the University of Liverpool have found that approximately half of patients who have an eye removed because of a form of eye cancer experience ‘phantom eye syndrome.’
Previously unknown gene mutation linked to inherited eye disorder, achromatopsia
People with achromatopsia, an inherited eye disorder, see the world literally in black and white. Worse yet, their extreme sensitivity to light makes them nearly blind in bright sunlight. Now, researchers at University of California, San Diego School o…
EYE TECH CARE Launches Its Operations in China as Part of Its International Expansion
RILLIEUX-LA-PAPE, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–EYE TECH CARE launches its operations in China as part of its international expansion.
Glaucoma Commonly Follows Congenital Cataract Removal in Infants
Glaucoma commonly follows cataract removal in infants, regardless of whether they receive intraocular lenses (IOL) or contact lenses, according to results from the Infant Aphakia Treatment Study (IATS). Reuters Health Information
Metformin use associated with reduced risk of developing open-angle glaucoma
Taking the medication metformin hydrochloride was associated with reduced risk of developing the sight-threatening disease open-angle glaucoma in people with diabetes, according to a study…
EYE TECH CARE Launches Its Operations in China as Part of Its International Expansion
RILLIEUX-LA-PAPE, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–EYE TECH CARE launches its operations in China as part of its international expansion.
BioLight Life Sciences reports operational and financial results for Q1 2015
BioLight Life Sciences Investments, a firm that invests in, manages and commercializes biomedical innovations in ophthalmology and cancer diagnostics, today reported operational and financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2015.
Pennsylvania physicians urge residents to take precautions against bug bites, bee stings
For many people, bug bites and bee stings aren’t a big deal beyond a small irritation. But for some, it could mean the start of a painful – possibly long-term or even deadly – experience.
RI-MUHC researchers receive innovations grants to build technologies to address cancer challenges
“Thanks to the Innovation Fund, our donors to the MGH Foundation and the vision of the Max Pacioretty Foundation, this new specialized MRI will place the Montreal General Hospital as one of the leading level 1 trauma centres in Canada. This valuable pi…
NYU researchers identify root cause of eye infections among contact lens wearers
Using high-precision genetic tests to differentiate the thousands of bacteria that make up the human microbiome, researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center suggest that they have found a possible — and potentially surprising — root cause of the increased frequency of certain eye infections among contact lens wearers.
Analysis of fluid that bathes the human eye identifies 386 new proteins as biomarker candidates
Researchers conducting a comprehensive proteomics analysis of human aqueous humor samples identified 763 proteins – including 386 proteins detected for the first time – in this clear fluid that helps…
Alterations to the eye microbiome of contact lens wearers may increase infections
A study comparing the bacteria found in the eyes of people who use contact lenses with that of non-lens wearers finds the two groups have different microbiome compositions.
Tyrogenex X-82 Poster Presentation at the 2015 American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tyrogenex, a leader in the development of novel kinase inhibitors to target angiogenesis, announced that the University of Wisconsin presented a new trial concept of X-82 poster at ASCO in Chicago.