Abbott Laboratories, a maker of drugs and medical devices, fell after it reported third-quarter sales that missed analysts estimates. The shares dropped 45 cents, or less than 1 percent, to $52.42 at 4:03 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite tra…
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AAO: Glaucoma Drug Passes Early Clinical Test (CME/CE)
CHICAGO (MedPage Today) — The first of a promising new class of glaucoma drugs reduced intraocular pressure and, perhaps more importantly, was additive with a current standard medication in a phase II trial, it was reported here.
New Clinical Data On Meriva(R) Show Eye Inflammations Reduction
A new clinical study published in Clinical Ophthalmology shows that Meriva®, an Indena proprietary complex of curcumin with soy phosphatidylcholine, can play an important role in the adjunctive therapy of recurrent anterior uveitis (RAU), the most com…
Miracle Of Sight: New Art Exhibit Shows The World Through Eyes That Were Once Blind
What if the blind could suddenly see? A unique art exhibit featuring photographs taken by people who were once blind but can now see because of a corneal transplant opens in Denver with a special preview on November 13 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Net…
Many Georgians In The Dark When Protecting Their Eyes From The Sun
When it comes to working and playing in the great outdoors, many Americans know they should keep their skin protected from the sun; however, a new survey from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia (BCBSGa)’s parent company and Transitions Optical, Inc….
American Academy Of Ophthalmology-MEACO Joint Meeting 2010 Scientific Program Highlights
Results of clinical research on new presbyopia treatments now available in Europe – and possibly available soon in the United States – were reported in the Scientific Program of the 2010 Joint Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and…
Researchers Discover Eye Test For Neurological Diseases In Livestock
The eyes of sheep infected with scrapie – a neurological disorder similar to mad cow disease – return an intense, almost-white glow when they’re hit with blue excitation light, according to a research project led by Iowa State University’s Jacob Petric…
A New Way Of Seeing The World
Scientists at The Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital – The Neuro, McGill University have discovered that our brains have the ability to determine the shape of an object simply by processing specially-coded sounds, without any visual or tactil…
Medicare Study: Bevacizumab, Ranibizumab No Riskier Than Other AMD Therapies
Bevacizumab and ranibizumab did not increase risk of mortality, myocardial infarction, bleeding or stroke among patients with age-related macular degeneration when compared with photodynamic therapy or pegaptanib use, a study found.
Intravitreal Injections Expose Patients to Streptococcus More Often Than Eye Surgery
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AAO: Vitamin D Has Retinopathy Link (CME/CE)
CHICAGO (MedPage Today) — Diabetic retinopathy may be added to the list of conditions potentially related to vitamin D insufficiency, a researcher said here.
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and Middle East Africa Council of Ophthalmology (MEACO) 2010 Joint Annual Meeting
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting. Medscape Ophthalmology
AAO: Ocular, Glycemic Surprises Found in Diabetic ‘Medalists’ (CME/CE, with video)
CHICAGO (MedPage Today) — Many long-term survivors with diabetes show little or no progression of retinopathy after a certain point, and this resistance apparently has nothing to do with glycemic control, a researcher said here.
Retina Implant’s first clinical trial results presented at 2010 AAO annual meeting
Retina Implant AG, a leading developer of subretinal implants for the visually impaired, is proud to announce Co-Founder and Chairman Eberhart Zrenner, M.D. was invited to present the exciting results of clinical trials he has been leading since 2005 b…
Cataract Surgery Saves Lives, Dollars By Reducing Auto Crashes
Cataract surgery not only improves vision and quality of life for older people, but apparently can also help reduce the number of car crashes. The research will be presented today at the Scientific Program of the 2010 American Academy of Ophthalmology …
Can’t Read The Fine Print? New Vision Options For Baby Boomers
Results of clinical research on new presbyopia treatments now available in Europe – and possibly available soon in the United States – were reported in today’s Scientific Program of the 2010 Joint Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)…
Statement On The LASIK Quality Of Life Collaboration Project
While multiple studies have documented that LASIK surgery is safe and effective and has an excellent patient satisfaction rate, more research into the post-LASIK patient experience is a welcome addition. The Academy anticipates that the LASIK Quality o…
Highlights of world’s largest ophthalmic education conference
Results of clinical research on new presbyopia treatments now available in Europe-and possibly available soon in the United States-were reported in today’s Scientific Program of the 2010 Joint Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and …
Cataract surgery also reduces car crashes
Cataract surgery not only improves vision and quality of life for older people, but is also apparently a way to reduce the number of car crashes. The research will be presented today’s at the Scientific Program of the 2010 American Academy of Ophthalmo…
AcuMEMS Announces New Glaucoma Product For Cataract Surgery
AcuMEMS, Inc. announced the development of a new sensor for wireless intraocular pressure (IOP) monitoring of patients with co-incident cataract and glaucoma. Successful animal studies confirm the precise delivery of the implantable pressure sensor int…