Hologic is releasing its Trident HD specimen radiography system for use in stereotactic breast biopsies and for verifying tumor margins during breast-conserving surgeries. It has regulatory clearances in the United States and Europe, where it is now being made available. Such devices are typically used within the surgical environment to inspect exc (Read more...)
RingJect delivery system receives US marketing approval
The FDA approved the RingJect with optimized delivery system enhancements, according to an Ophtec press release.The single-use injector comes preloaded with the Ophtec capsular tension ring.The RingJect can be used in premium IOL procedures for improve…
National Seating & Mobility to Distribute Independence Drive Wheelchair Eye Control Technology
NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/acquisition?src=hash" target="_blank"gt;#acquisitionlt;/agt;–National Seating & Mobility (NSM), the leading provider of complex rehab…
VivaQuant RX-1 Wearable All-in-One Mobile Cardiac Telemetry Unit and Event Monitor FDA Cleared
VivaQuant, a company based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, won FDA clearance for its RX-1 cardiac patient monitor. The device is unique in that it is able to operate as a Mobile Cardiac Telemetry unit or Event Monitor, all while transmitting its readings for remote analysis. The system gives cardiologists the ability to free up […]
VIDEO: Eyenovia progressing in mydriasis, glaucoma, myopia treatments
SAN DIEGO ― At the Ophthalmology Innovation Summit, Sean Ianchulev, MD, MPH, CEO of Eyenovia, discusses the company’s technology in development for mydriasis, as well as glaucoma and myopia treatments.
Watchful Waiting OK in Diabetic Macular Edema With Good Vision
New trial suggests no difference in risk for vision loss over 2 years with aflibercept, laser treatment, or observation; experts stress importance of adherence to follow-up and tight glycemic control. Medscape Medical News