Data from 6 months of follow-up in a randomized, contralateral eye comparison study demonstrate LASIK
performed using a proprietary "optimized prolate ablation" algorithm provides superior results
compared with a conventional ablation t…
Results from a small study indicate the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of improving near vision in
patients with previous LASIK by implanting a small-aperture corneal inlay into a femtosecond laser-created corneal
pocket.
New molecular entity: FDA approved tafluprost 0.0015% (Zioptan, Merck) ophthalmic solution to reduce
elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
The visual information from eyes is sent into the brain unconsciously even if you are not aware. One example of unconscious seeing is a phenomenon called “blindsight” [Subjects have no awareness, but their brains can see] in subjects with visual impair…
A majority of people aged over 50 years in developing regions of the world live with impaired near-field eyesight and 9 of 10 of those individuals do not have access to corrective eyewear. Medscape Medical News
Passive smoke exposure could lead to long-sightedness in children, show Egyptian study results.Licensed from Medwire news with permission from Springer Healthcare Ltd. ©Springer Healthcare Ltd. All rights reserved. Neither of these parties endorse…