Endophthalmitis risk was much higher after intravitreal steroid injections than after anti-VEGF agent injections in a retrospective study. Medscape Medical News
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Publication Exclusive: Anterior sclerotomy used for adequate haptic externalization in glued IOL surgery
IOL implantation is an essential step for visual rehabilitation in cataract surgery or in cases of secondary IOL placement. When the IOL is placed within a capsular bag that is supported by the zonules 360° during cataract surgery, the IOL is usually in an acceptable and relatively stable position. However, in the absence of a posterior capsular bag, alternative approaches to IOL placement will be necessary.These alternatives include anterior chamber placement of an anterior chamber IOL, iris-sutured IOL, ciliary sulcus placement of a posterior chamber IOL, scleral-supported posterior chamber IOL (Read more...)
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pSivida Corp Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2015 Financial Results Release Date and Conference Call Information
WATERTOWN, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–pSivida announces fourth quarter and fiscal year 2015 release date and conference call information.
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Ophthotech Reports Inducement Grants Under NASDAQ Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ophthotech reported that in connection with the appointment of Henric Bjarke, the Company entered into an employment arrangement with Mr. Bjarke.
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NovaBay Pharmaceuticals Signs Distribution Agreement to Make Avenova Available in New Zealand
EMERYVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NovaBay® Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE MKT:NBY), a biopharmaceutical company commercializing and developing topical non-antibiotic antimicrobial products for the global eye care market, today announced that the company’s breakthrough prescription daily eyelid and lash hygiene product, Avenova™, will be marketed in New Zealand through a partnership with Ophthalmic Instrument Company. Ophthalmic Instrument Company (OIC) is the leading supplier of diagnostic and
Annual diabetic retinopathy screening for children with type 1 diabetes should begin at later age, study says
A new study has found that the occurrence of advanced forms of a diabetic eye disease remains low among children living with diabetes, regardless of how long they have had the disease or their ability to keep blood sugar levels controlled. Researchers …