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FDA Approves First Once-Daily Ophthalmic NSAID for Use in Cataract Surgery
The FDA has approved a once-daily formulation of bromfenac 0.09% ophthalmic solution for the treatment of postoperative inflammation and the reduction of ocular pain. Medscape Medical News
Localized Retinoblastoma Treatment Spares Most Eyes, With Low Toxicity
Low-dose chemotherapy delivered directly to the ophthalmic artery is showing efficacy, low toxicity, and an eye salvage rate of more than 90% in retinoblastoma. Medscape Medical News
Statement from AAO regarding “Poppers” and Potential Retinal Damage
A letter by French ophthalmologists, published in the October 14, 2010 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, described eye and vision damage related to the use of poppers The American Academy of Ophthalmology urges the public to avoid the use…
Anorexia Nervosa May Cause Serious Harm to Patients’ Eyes
The eating disorder anorexia nervosa (AN) can lead to eye damage, possibly of a serious nature, according to an article published online October 20 in the British Journal of Ophthalmology. As many as 3% of middle- and upper-class women, the majority …
Report on Global Ophthalmology Drug and Devices Market
Global ophthalmology drug and devices market is witnessing a significant growth due to the increasing incidence and prevalence of eye related disorders such as presbyopia, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy among the aging population. Wit…
Driving Ability Improved After Ranibizumab Therapy in Patients With Macular Degeneration
Monthly intravitreal injections with the VEGF antagonist ranibizumab reduces self-reported difficulty driving in patients with age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Synexus Sets Its Sights on Ophthalmology
Synexus is set to take part in a number of global ophthalmology trials following recent investment in clinical research expertise and technology in this area. Chief Executive, Dr Christophe Berthoux says that ophthalmology offers considerable growth …
Novartis’ Vasella elected chairman at Alcon
Novartis’ chairman Daniel Vasella was elected board chairman of Alcon, increasing the Swiss drugmaker’s grip of the U.S. eyecare company as it tries to buy the stake it does not already own. Alcon’s Independent Director’s Committee (IDC), which has r…
AAO: Can Boomers Throw Away Their Reading Glasses? (CME/CE)
CHICAGO (MedPage Today) — With the baby-boom generation now firmly in the age range when near-range vision goes blurry, advances in refractive surgery and implants could allow many of them to do away with reading glasses, researchers said here.
Report on global ophthalmology drug and devices market
Global ophthalmology drug and devices market is witnessing a significant growth due to the increasing incidence and prevalence of eye related disorders such as presbyopia, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy among the aging population. With …
UCI scientists receive CIRM grants to improve stem cell treatments
UC Irvine scientists will receive grants totaling $9.35 million to help create stem cell treatments for retinitis pigmentosa, Huntington’s disease and traumatic brain injury.
New vision correction options for baby boomers
Researchers have reported results of clinical research on new presbyopia treatments now available in Europe, and possibly available soon in the United States.
Wavefront-Optimized Vision Correction Improves Uncorrected Distance Visual Acuity
A transition from wavefront-guided correction to wavefront-optimized ablation with an excimer laser platform proved successful and resulted in strong visual outcomes, a study showed.
Wavefront-Optimized Vision Correction Improves Uncorrected Distance Visual Acuity
A transition from wavefront-guided correction to wavefront-optimized ablation with an excimer laser platform proved successful and resulted in strong visual outcomes, a study showed.
AAO: Can Boomers Throw Away Their Reading Glasses?
With the baby-boom generation now firmly in the age range when near-range vision goes blurry, advances in refractive surgery and implants could allow many of them to do away with reading glasses, researchers said here.
Alcon Independent Director Committee Notes Change In Alcon Chairmanship
The Alcon Independent Director Committee (the “IDC”) notes that Dr. Daniel Vasella, Chairman of Novartis AG (“Novartis”), replaced Mr. Cary Rayment as Chairman of the Alcon Board of Directors at a telephonic meeting of the Alcon Board of Directors held…
ECTRIMS 2010: Orals, Retinal Imaging, and Other Highlights
Dr. Andrew N. Wilner highlights new diagnostic and therapeutic data presented at ECTRIMS 2010. Medscape Neurology & Neurosurgery
Anorexia Nervosa May Cause Serious Harm to Patients’ Eyes
The damage is worse in those who binge and purge. Medscape Medical News
Vitamin D Deficiency Associated With Diabetic Retinopathy
A daily multivitamin is “somewhat protective” against diabetic retinopathy, study author says. Medscape Medical News