First, Genentech refused to provide Lucentis for the CATT Study, being run by NEI/NIH to compare Avastin to Lucentis for AMD (Avastin/Lucentis Update 12); then they threatened to stop supplying Avastin to compounding pharmacies so that ophthalmologists…
Gene identified for spread of deadly melanoma
Researchers have identified a gene linked to the spread of melanoma of the eye. Although more research is needed, the researchers say the discovery is an important step in understanding why some tumors spread and others don’t. Metastasis is the most co…
Retinal Implant Helps Blind People See Shapes
Scientists have developed an eye implant that allowed three blind patients to see shapes and objects within days of treatment and say the device could become routine for some kinds of blindness in five years. Reuters Health Information
InSite Vision Reports Third Quarter 2010 Financial Results
ALAMEDA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–InSite Vision Incorporated (OTCBB:INSV) today reported operating and financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2010. Total revenue for the third quarter of 2010 was $3.2 million with an operating income of …
New Standard Approved for Toric Intraocular Lenses
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z80 Accredited Standards Committee for Ophthalmic Optics is pleased to announce a new standard for toric intraocular lenses (IOL) ANSI Z80.30. The standard applies to any monofocal IOL whose primary i…
Allergan Introduces Restasis Co-Pay Tool Helping Eye Care Professionals Better Estimate Patient Payments
Allergan Inc. today announced a new digital tool designed to help eye care professionals quickly and easily determine patient co-pays when prescribing Restasis. The online Restasis Co-pay Lookup tool allows eye care professionals to enter a patients …