Cataract

Investigators conducted a retrospective clinical database study that covered 12 years to quantify the risk of PCR in the second eye after PCR developed in the first eye during cataract surgery.

According to the company, there are no FDA-approved pharmacological therapies for age-related cataracts. Its C-KAD eye drop, improves vision in patients with early-to-moderate cataracts, by penetrating the eye to reduce lens clouding, the main cause for cataracts.

According to the company, enVista Envy IOLs will be commercially available in the U.S. on a limited basis in the coming weeks and more broadly in 2025. Bausch + Lomb is also in the process of seeking regulatory approvals for the lens in additional markets.

MELT-300, a non-IV, non-opioid tablet for procedural sedation during cataract surgery.

The Gni instrument technology represents a significant innovation in ophthalmic surgery, particularly in cataract procedures, according to Gulani.

According to a team of researchers at the National Institutes of Health, their findings in animals suggest a surgery-free treatment for cataracts.

The drop improves vision by breaking up degraded protein complexes that cause lens clouding

The device features real-time feedback and other features, allowing residents to hone their skills and expand options for practicing one of the most needed procedures in the country.

The Summit will feature 18+ course hours and an extensive resource library to support practice adoption of AT IOLs

A team of researchers in China examined the difference and relationship between optical coherence tomography and optical quality analysis system parameters induced by compound electrolyte intraocular irrigating solution or Ringer lactate solution during uncomplicated cataract surgery.

According to the company, its combined vitreoretinal-cataract system and standalone cataract system are cleared for use in the United States.

Investigators looked to see if a large language model could provide safe, accurate, and readable information to patient inquiries about cataract surgery.

Over 380 organizations representing patients, health care providers, the medical technology and biopharmaceutical industry, health plans and others endorse the legislation

MELT-300 is a non IV, non-opioid tablet that combines fixed doses of midazolam (3mg) and ketamine (50mg).

The organization is providing free cataract resources for patients and professionals, including fact sheets, social media graphics, a dedicated web page and expert video.

Abbreviated New Drug Applications seek potential approval of a generic drug product.

The AIOLIS will be used to clinically evaluate patients’ perception of visual disturbances following premium IOL cataract surgery.

The company’s KDB GLIDE is indicated for the excision of trabecular meshwork tissue to reduce intraocular pressure in adult patients with primary open-angle glaucoma during cataract surgery or as a stand-alone procedure.

This research ultimately could enhance the manufacture of eye implants universally used in cataract and refractive surgeries.

The campaign will encourage, educate and empower the public to include vision and eye health as a part of their healthcare by asking them to share how eye care services and exams improved their vision and their daily lives.

Physicians should consider the roles of verbal and ocular anesthesia.

The angled bow-tie pattern of astigmatism was corrected more accurately compared with the asymmetric bow-tie pattern of astigmatism

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An analysis showed an association between patients who previously had undergone intravitreal injections and cataract surgery and a higher risk of the development of a non-clearing vitreous hemorrhage, retinal detachment, retinal tear, and glaucoma surgery.

Despite recognition of lenticular glutathione’s importance in lens formation for decades, why it declines with age remains a mystery.

Cataract simulation platform uses virtual reality to train ophthalmologists

Investigators wanted to determine why patients who have retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy (DR) or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can undergo cataract surgeries without experiencing a worsening of their retinal disease, while some patients do.

A recent study showed that adjunctive fragmentation pre-treatment of the crystalline lens using the miLoop showed improved lensectomy time and fluidic efficiency

The company announced it will share clinical data at Eyecelerator and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery 2024 Annual Meeting in Boston.