Surgery

Physician offers "real talk" on pros and cons that offers surgeons and patients decision-making insights.

According to the company, a study shows the non-implantable minimally invasive glaucoma surgery effectively reduces IOP and reduces need for IOP-lowering medications in patients diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma.

Anika Michael, MD, and Benjeil Edghill, MD, both ophthalmology specialists from AdvantageCare Physicians New York City, traveled to Haiti in July on a medical mission of mercy, where they evaluated and treated more than 400 patients and completed approximately 90 surgeries.

The companies note that data from Study CPN-302 confirm the results in the first Phase 3 study, CPN-301, and they demonstrate the clear benefits of treating patients after cataract surgery with APP13007.

Matthew Emanuel, MD, of Glaucoma Associates of Texas, discusses some of the current trends in cataract surgery. He notes it is something that everyone deals with as they get older. It also can be an issue for pediatric patients. Emanuel also notes that it is important for physicians to be able to educate their patients on the disease.

The annual Mission Cataract program allows staff to extend its mission to people who need assistance due to unfortunate circumstances.

A novel regimen may represent an improvement over current methods of handling postsurgical pain in procedures that require corneal epithelial debridement, according to investigators.

The doctors will join the Cataract and Primary Eye Care, Glaucoma, and Retina Services.

Several issues may restimulate the virus in those patients with prior exposure.

The Grail study finds the device can offer positive outcomes for patients.

While the surgeons reported that the BW filter provided higher contrast during nucleus and viscous removal and posterior capsular polishing, they subjectively reported no significant advantage of using a BW filter.

Treatment and reduces burden of care, providing a treatment option for patients diagnosed with diabetic macular edema.

Trial is evaluating the use of the Technolas TENEO excimer laser for vision correction surgery for hyperopia with astigmatism.

Results from the U.S. pivotal trial showed Apthera IOL subjects achieved statistically superior uncorrected intermediate and near vision, and equivalent distance vision and contrast sensitivity compared to control subjects.

University of Chicago Medical Center investigators reviewed 2 years of data on assaults with paintball guns found more patients than expected suffered vision-threatening emergencies after being struck in the eye, with several experiencing a rupture of the eyeball or even permanent blindness.

The program — entitled “Pumping Adrenaline!” — brings viewers myriad challenging cases, intraoperative complications, and complex problems following cataract surgery.

Charles Brodowski, MD, and Patrick Rapuano, MD, have been named co-chief residents at Wills Eye Hospital, and will lead the team of resident doctors on staff, focusing on training and recruitment while attending to their own medical resident duties.

The first in a series of upgrades to Stellaris Elite incudes maximum vacuum increase and trocar/cannula system removeable valve cap enhancement.

According to Mark Lobanoff, DO, earlier treatment also can mean the best possible results for patients.

Using a cloud-based digital health option can save time during surgery.

OCS-01 is being reviewed for the treatment of inflammation and pain after cataract surgery, with the potential to become the first once-daily, topical and preservative-free corticosteroid for treating inflammation and pain following ocular surgery.

As ophthalmologists observe Cataract Awareness Month this June, William L. Soscia, MD, medical director at Center for Sight, in Sarasota, Florida, focuses on the importance of having excellent vision for safety and everyday functions.

Researchers believe this may be the first report of the use of topical brimonidine gel for the treatment of eyelid ptosis associated with cosmetic use of botulinum toxin.

New lens types offer independence from glasses to the patient post surgery.

According to the organization, the eBook content is designed for residents, ophthalmologists, fellows, medical students and other professionals performing or supporting cataract surgery.

Having a comprehensive team of ophthalmic specialists in place means patients could have multiple issues treated in a single procedure that might require two surgeries otherwise.

The study investigates 3-year intravitreal implant in eyes with active noninfectious posterior uveitis.