Drug delivery poised for revolution
Broad inclusion criteria expand femtosecond laser’s reach
Large series shows increased safety, efficiency, efficacy with laser-assisted cataract surgery
IOL centration: Location, location, location
How lens position, capsulotomy size/shape affect centration, visual outcomes
Dr. Apple’s lab endures in Heidelberg
Transition places Dr. Auffarth, ‘Apple Korps’ at core of IOL research
Femtosecond laser up to challenge of complex cases
Ability to maneuver without entering the eye a plus in some difficult cataract surgeries
MIGS drawing interest of non-glaucoma specialists
Novel procedures bring glaucoma surgery into realm of cataract, corneal subspecialists
Dry eye has new point of care
Expanded array of diagnostic platforms target identification of dry eye disease
Eye infections prompt bevacizumab recall
A Georgia compounding pharmacy has recalled 40 lots of injection syringes containing bevacizumab (Avastin, Genentech/Roche) after five patients developed intraocular infections.
TG-PRK/CXL combination benefits eyes with postLASIK ectasia
Topography-guided PRK (TG-PRK) with simultaneous collagen crosslinking (CXL) shows promise as an effective treatment for patients who are highly symptomatic because of postLASIK ectasia.
Ocriplasmin approved in EU for treatment of VMT
The European Commission has approved ocriplasmin (Jetrea, ThromboGenics) in the European Union for the treatment of vitreomacular traction (VMT).
Multispot laser system receives FDA clearance
The Vitra Multispot laser (Quantel Medical) has received a 510(k) market clearance from the FDA. It is intended to deliver a cost-effective solution to ophthalmologists dealing with epidemic levels of diabetic eye disease.
PMA submitted for corneal inlay
The final module of the premarket approval application (PMA) for the Kamra corneal inlay to treat presbyopia has been submitted to the FDA by AcuFocus, the inlay’s manufacturer.
Normal-tension glaucoma: Strategies for management
Normal-tension glaucoma (NTG) is a very complex disease. There seem to be both IOP-dependent and IOP-independent mechanisms. David Greenfield, MD, outlines his four-point strategy for managing NTG.
Dr. Shields to receive national award
Jerry A. Shields, MD, director of the Wills Eye Ocular Oncology Service, has been named to receive the National Physician of the Year Award in Clinical Excellence.
TNAO opposes bill to allow ODs added surgical privileges
The Tennessee Academy of Ophthalmology (TNAO) opposes a recent bill that would allow optometrists to inject local anesthetic into the tissue surrounding the eye in order to perform surgery.
Transitions Academy ignites passion for education, strategic planning
Annual meeting draws eye-care professionals from North, South America
Better outcomes a day away
Laser refractive cataract surgery delivers improved results with easy learning curve
Leonard Apt, Jules Stein Eye Founder, dies
Four ways to refine oculoplastics results
Experience breeds improvement in these specialized procedures, notes surgeon
Certain ODs welcome to participate in new ASCRS integrated program
The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) recently announced a new program for the organization’s 2013 annual meeting next month, to which certain categories of optometrists are welcome.
Familiarity with the femtosecond laser
Surgeon outlines technique pearls for success in laser refractive lens surgery
Finding stability in unstable lenses
Cases illustrate utility of laser system when unstable lenses are present
Corneal incisions: Art form or science?
Laser refractive cataract surgery, LRIs compared in reducing astigmatism
Intrastromal approach closes in on near vision
Better predictability needed, however; patients need to understand there may be compromises
Precision in optics points to predictability
Laser cataract surgery advances aim for perfect effective lens position
CCT emerges as data point in care
Application of information may have role for enabling glaucoma screening, guiding clinical management
How DMEK is changing corneal surgery
Partial-thickness corneal graft procedure feasible in most clinical settings
Anti-VEGF drugs successful against DME
Growing evidence shows agents to be viable option in treating ocular diseases caused by diabetes
How PCG subtypes are clues for surgical approach
Angle status dictates whether goniosurgery or tube surgery is preferred initial treatment
Giving back, paying forward
Donating time, resources reaps personal and professional rewards
