Recently added articles from Ophthalmology Times:
Correction
Jan 15, 2009; ... Brimonidine and timolol (Combigan, Allergan) is approved in the United States as a fixed-combination glaucoma therapy. A recent article in Ophthalmology Times incorrectly reported on ...
Glaucoma medication a factor in ocular surface disease
Jan 15, 2009; ... Treating dry eye Choosing drops that do not contain preservative can be beneficial in some patients, physician says Reviewed by Malik Kahook, MD Denver - Numerous prevalence studies have shown that dry eye or ocular surface disease (OSD) affects a considerable number of ...
Glaucoma shunt implant lid speculum available
Jan 15, 2009; ... FROM STAFF REPORTS Rotonda West, FL-A proprietary glaucoma shunt implant lid speculum (HOl0025 Richards Glaucoma Shunt Implant Speculum, Harvey Precision Instruments) is designed for obstruction-free implantation of glaucoma shunt devices, such as a particular glaucoma valve (Ahmed ...
Tomographs best used as one of several sources
Jan 15, 2009; ... Imaging technologies Retinal instrument useful in diagnosing ocular hypertension and suspected glaucoma Reviewed by David Garway-Heath, MD, FRCOphth Atlanta- The tomograph (Heidelberg Retina Tomograph, Heidelberg Engineering) is a scanning laser ophthalmoscope that has ...
Tonometer can provide accurate IOP levels during screenings for glaucoma, physician says
Jan 15, 2009; ... Diagnostics Because of precise measurements, risk threshold should be lowered to 18 mm Hg Reviewed by Mitsugu Shimmyo, MD Berlin - IOP remains one of the primary risk factors for glaucoma, and the only modifiable one. Traditionally, 21 mm Hg has been considered a "risk ...
Glaucoma valve: anterior versus posterior placement
Jan 15, 2009; ... Pros and cons Both are shown effective, choice of procedure comes down to patient circumstance Reviewed by Peter J.G. Maris Jr., MD New York - According to a recent study, the insertion of a glaucoma valve (Ahmed Glaucoma Valve [AGV], New World Medical) through the pars ...
Debate continues over FDT threshold test effectiveness in detecting early glaucoma
Jan 15, 2009; ... Diagnostic capabilities Studies show, however, that the technology predicts development of defects better than SAP Reviewed by Christopher A. Girkin, MD, MSPH Atlanta - Frequency-doubling technology ([FDT] Carl Zeiss Meditec) perimetry was developed as a fast, effective ...
Brimonidine/timolol combination fares well in study
Jan 15, 2009; ... Fixed combination therapy Greater IOP reduction achieved in patients with POAG 2 hours after treatment, physician says Reviewed by David B. Yan, MD, MSc, FRCS Atlanta- The fixed combination of brimonidine and timolol (Combigan, Allergan) provided greater overall patient ...
XLT study results: BAK may not be the primary culprit in ocular adverse events with prostaglandin treatment
Jan 15, 2009; ... Masked investigator assessments Findings suggest factors other than exposure to the preservative contribute to side effects Reviewed by Paul F. Palmberg, MD, PhD Atlanta - Analyses of safety data from the Xalatan/Lumigan/Travatan (XLT) study, a 12-week, multicenter, ...
Scanning laser effectively identifies glaucoma
Jan 15, 2009; ... Diagnostic tool Specificity in design of device allows viewing of retinal nerve fiber loss, monitors progession Reviewed by Neil T. Choplin, MD Atlanta - A scanning laser polarimetry device (GDx-VCC, Carl Zeiss Meditec is useful for identifying early damage in patients at ...
Polarized lenses . . .
Jan 15, 2009; ... not just for boating anymore Dispensing additional pairs of eyewear for sun protection is a win-win for all We all know the importance of sunwear for the protection and comfort of our eyes. If polled, a majority of optical eye-care professionals (ECPs) likely would report ...
Live Eyewear purchased by company's president
Jan 15, 2009; ... Ownership change San Luis Obispo, CA- Live Eyewear, a privately held corporation that manufactures OveRx (designed to be worn over prescription) sunglasses, was purchased by the company's president, Kieran Hardy. The transaction was completed in early December; terms of the sale were not ...
Carl Zeiss Vision outlines strategy for customized lenses
Jan 15, 2009; ... Production process San Diego - Carl Zeiss Vision announces a new strategy for the development, production, and promotion of customized lenses for 2009. "We now have everything in placeoutstanding lens designs, a unique customization approach, a patented process, and outstanding ...
Femtosecond laser-assisted keratectomy enhances antifungal delivery
Jan 15, 2009; ... Fungal keratitis A woman aged 60 years was referred to the Duke Eye Center with severe microbial keratitis that had been diagnosed 2 weeks previously and was poorly responsive to topical antimicrobial therapy. Her history was complicated by the use of extended-wear soft contact ...
Pars plana approach can provide successful outcomes
Jan 01, 2009; ... Anterior vitrectomy Reviewed by Louis D. "Skip" Nichamin, MD Atlanta - If anterior vitrectomy becomes indicated during cataract surgery due to posterior capsule rupture, patients will be best served by a pars plana technique, said Louis D. "Skip" Nichamin, MD, at the annual ...
FDA initiates study of postLASIK patients
Jan 01, 2009; ... Quality off life Reviewed by Malvina B. Eydelman, MD Atlanta- Planning is under way for a large national prospective study to evaluate postLASIK quality-of-life (QOL) outcomes in a clinical setting, said Malvina D. Eydelman, MD. Members of a Center for Devices and ...
An inconvenient commentary: Competing with Al Gore
Jan 01, 2009; ... Noble nominee Squeezing in a Nobel Peace Prize nomination for the New Year right under the judges' noses "I gave you the Internet, and I can take it away." -Al Gore "The good news is we know what to do. The good news is we have everything we need now to respond to ...
Triamcinolone 'staining' useful aid for vitrectomy
Jan 01, 2009; ... Improved visualization Be aware of risks of the procedure, however, surgeon advises Reviewed by Michael E. Snyder, MD Atlanta - Intracameral injection of triamcinolone is a safe, highly effective, and very useful technique for aiding visualization of prolapsed vitreous ...
Abu Dhabi to host 2012 meeting
Jan 01, 2009; ... WOC Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates- Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, will be the site of the World Ophthalmology Congress (WOC) meeting in February 2012. The meeting, to be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, will be sponsored by the International ...
Online educational resource launched
Jan 01, 2009; ... Cataracts Fort Worth, TX- Alcon Inc. has launched an online educational resource, www. cataractsurgery.com, for people who have cataracts, and their caregivers. "Increasingly, we find that our patients and their families are looking to the Internet for information on health ...