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Using the strengths of both peristaltic and venturi phaco, a modified chop technique increases efficiency and safety in denser nuclei.

A new non-flared Kelman bent tip for torsional ultrasound phacoemulsification retains the same high-cutting efficiency of the mini-flared Kelman tip but without the latter’s propensity for inadvertent prolonged occlusion.

Outcomes from use of a proprietary femtosecond laser system (Catalys Precision Laser System, OptiMedica) to perform cataract surgery in a series of 850 eyes, of which 25% have some comorbidity, are testament to its reliability and safety.

Red Herring, a global media company that covers high-technology innovation, has chosen WaveTec Vision to receive the “Red Herring Top 100 North America Tech Startup” award.

Topcon Medical Systems has released its new KR/RM-800 auto refractor series. The company begins delivering the new products at the end of June.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Bayer HealthCare reported positive top-line results for aflibercept injection (Eylea) from the phase III MYRROR study in myopic choroidal neovascularization (mCNV).

Ethnic differences in anterior chamber angle anatomy exist and may explain the increased risk for angle-closure glaucoma among Chinese, said Shan C. Lin, MD, professor of ophthalmology and co-director of the glaucoma service, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine.

Eye-care professional across the United States are expected to converge on the nation’s capital for the 2nd Annual Focus on Eye Health National Summit.

Secondary IOL implantation is widely accepted, especially in aphakic patients who have become contact lens intolerant or noncompliant. A number of studies on the topic, mostly from Western countries, have had small sample sizes, and the safety and efficacy of the procedure have not been well studied.

Transitions Optical Inc. continues to support the American Diabetes Association (ADA) by educating consumers about the importance of regular eye care for the early detection and treatment of diabetes during ADA Expo events.

Prevent Blindness America (PBA) along with its affiliates and partners is joining forces to promote a national “AMD: Awareness Makes a Difference” program to educate adults on the disease and the steps that can be taken, including regular eye exams, to protect their vision.

Now an ophthalmologist, she travels the world helping restore sight to the needy

Findings point to improvements in cleaning procedures, less reuse of cannulas

Higher-concentration drug statistically superior to vehicle for achieving resolution of inflammation

Patient comfort, minimal foreign body sensation support routine use for cataract surgery

Phase IIb, III data show anti-inflammatory/mydriatic agent reduces miosis

Loteprednol etabonate 0.5% provides enhanced safety, efficacy, comfort for refractive surgery

How one practice uses protocol, point-of-care testing for effective diagnosis, management

PRK less invasive; procedure more compatible in patients with suspected keratoconus

Study shows better reproducibility with devices dedicated to standardizing capsulorhexis

Biologic corneal bandage controls inflammation and promotes regenerative healing

What keeps everyone up at night? Disillusionment with continual change

Now an ophthalmologist, she travels the world helping restore sight to the needy

Market as predictor of demand for U.S. ophthalmologists?

Removing beta-carotene, adding lutein/zeaxanthin show clear patient benefits

Effectiveness depends on stage of the disease, mechanism of angle closure

LASIK results are good. Studies using current LASIK platforms routinely show 20/20 in excess of 80% of eyes and a high degree of satisfaction in 95% of patients. With about one million eyes treated annually, LASIK results are so good the U.S. military has accepted the procedure for combat pilots. But what about physicians?