Iridex Corp., a global leader in laser-based medical systems for glaucoma and retinal disease treatment, has announced the publication of a pivotal peer-reviewed study in Ophthalmology Therapy. This research demonstrates the sustained safety and efficacy of MicroPulse Transscleral Laser Therapy (TLT) for managing both primary and secondary glaucoma over a 5-year period.The … [Read more...] about Study validates long-term efficacy of MicroPulse TLT for glaucoma management
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Strategies for improving efficiency in retina practices highlighted at FLORetina Conference
Transcript edited for clarityDavid Hutton: Hi. I'm David Hutton of Ophthalmology Times. The FLORetina conference was recently held in Florence. At that event, Dr John Kitchens made a presentation titled "Efficiencies In and Out of the OR." Thanks for joining me. First, what inspired you to focus on efficiencies, both inside and outside the operating room in your practice, and … [Read more...] about Strategies for improving efficiency in retina practices highlighted at FLORetina Conference
CLARA Phase 1/2 Trial explores new approaches to treating corneal edema
Aurion Biotech Inc. has released topline data from its Phase 1/2 CLARA clinical trial (NCT06041256) evaluating AURN001, an allogeneic cell therapy product candidate for the treatment of corneal edema secondary to corneal endothelial dysfunction.In an interview with Ophthalmology Times, Zaina Al-Mohtaseb MD, a cataract, refractive, & cornea surgeon with Whitsett Vision … [Read more...] about CLARA Phase 1/2 Trial explores new approaches to treating corneal edema
Glaucoma 360 offering cutting-edge innovations and networking opportunities
The Glaucoma Research Foundation will host the 14th annual Glaucoma 360 New Horizons Forum in San Francisco, a 3-day event bringing together industry, research, and philanthropy professionals in pursuit of a cure for vision loss from glaucoma.The event will be held February 6 to 8, 2025, at the Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square in downtown San Francisco, … [Read more...] about Glaucoma 360 offering cutting-edge innovations and networking opportunities
Outcomes of Lenadogene Nolparvovec Gene Therapy in LHON
This RESCUE and REVERSE Long-Term follow-up (RESTORE) randomized clinical trial investigates the 5-year outcomes of lenadogene nolparvovec gene therapy in patients with Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) due to the MT-ND4 gene variant. … [Read more...] about Outcomes of Lenadogene Nolparvovec Gene Therapy in LHON
Quantifying Patient Preferences and Expectations About Diabetic Retinopathy Monitoring
This survey study conducted online among US adults with diabetes evaluates how patient preferences and expectations about diabetic retinopathy monitoring are associated with expected monitoring adherence behaviors. … [Read more...] about Quantifying Patient Preferences and Expectations About Diabetic Retinopathy Monitoring
Single-Eye Gene Therapy for Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is typified by an abrupt, painless beginning of vision loss that mostly affects central vision. Severe vision impairment usually develops quickly, and many individuals have substantial bilateral central scotomas. While a small percentage of patients spontaneously recover somewhat, most continue to have vision impairments. After the … [Read more...] about Single-Eye Gene Therapy for Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
Bilateral Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thickening in a Middle-Aged Woman
A middle-aged Hispanic woman presented for evaluation of an asymptomatic epiretinal membrane in the left eye. She had an ocular history of amblyopia in the left eye, a medical history significant for chronic neuropathy, ataxia, and myelopathy of unknown etiology, and nystagmus on examination. Genetic testing revealed variants in the SACS and SLC5A7 genes. What is your … [Read more...] about Bilateral Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thickening in a Middle-Aged Woman
Non-surgical therapy for intermittent exotropia: a systematic review and network analysis
This study aimed to conduct a network meta-analysis to evaluate the efficacy of various non-surgical treatments for intermittent exotropia(IXT). … [Read more...] about Non-surgical therapy for intermittent exotropia: a systematic review and network analysis
High body mass index with the risk of allergic conjunctivitis in children: a case-control study in Southwest China
To assess the correlation of body mass index (BMI), diet and lifestyle with allergic conjunctivitis (AC) in children. … [Read more...] about High body mass index with the risk of allergic conjunctivitis in children: a case-control study in Southwest China