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Eye and cornea research made easier by two antibodies
A global biotechnology company focused in inflammation and neurology research, announced the launch of two monoclonal antibodies (Lumican and Keratocan, MD Biosciences).
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Low IOP is measured with great accuracy using non-contact applanation tonometer
Assessment uses corneal properties to determine pressure, may provide new gold standard
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A non-contact applanation tonometer (Ocular Response Analyzer, Reichert) appears to be more effective than the Goldmann applanation tonometer (GAT) in assessing very low and negative IOP values using the non-contact applanation tonometer's corneal-compensated IOP (IOPcc) parameter. The GAT may be the long-accepted gold standard, but the more accurate assessment of IOP using the non-contact applanation tonometer challenges this gold standard and raises questions as to which of the two techniques is optimal in measuring IOP.
Post-LASIK healing rate may be increased by hypromellose gel
Hypromellose found to aid re-epithelialization of gutter around flaps, may improve patient comfort
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Hypromellose 0.3% gel (GenTeal Gel, Novartis Ophthalmics) may increase the rate of re-epithelialization of the gutter around LASIK flaps during the first postoperative week.
Epinastine HCl shows utility in dry eye, allergy
Agent has less activity for inhibiting muscarinic-3 receptor, ophthalmologist says
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Dry eye disease is a common concomitant finding in patients with allergic conjunctivitis. Treatment selection can be challenging because some anti-allergy agents with antihistaminic activity can cause ocular surface drying.
When using punctal plugs for dry eye, surgeon favors traditional silicone devices
Occluders made of polyglycolic acid or hydrogel also look promising against dry eye, she says
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When faced with a decision about which type of punctal plug to use in the management of dry eye, one oculofacial plastic surgeon said she turns to traditional occluders made of silicone because they have a long track record and are easily visualized for removal, if necessary. She has not used intracanalicular plugs made of polyglycolic acid or hydrogel but said they seem promising.
Patients with dry eye find symptom relief, quality of life improvement with insert, study finds
Hydroxypropyl cellulose material allows for continuous coating of ocular surface
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Use of a proprietary hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic insert (Lacrisert, Aton Pharma) in patients with dry eye syndrome can improve dry eye symptoms and significantly improve the quality of life for these patients, according to a recent study.
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Eye and cornea research made easier by two antibodies
Ophthalmology Times
A global biotechnology company focused in inflammation and neurology research, announced the launch of two monoclonal antibodies (Lumican and Keratocan, MD Biosciences).
FDA approves Sirion's NDA for ganciclovir 0.15% for herpetic keratitis
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The FDA has approved a new drug application (NDA) for ganciclovir ophthalmic gel 0.15% (Zirgan, Sirion Therapeutics) as a treatment for acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers), the company announced.
DSEK shown to be safe, effective therapy, according to AAO cornea panel
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Descemet's stripping endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) was shown to be a safe and effective treatment for corneal endothelial diseases, according to a 2009 review by the cornea panel of the American Academy of Ophthalmology's (AAO) Ophthalmic Technology Assessment Committee, led by W. Barry Lee, MD.
Dr. Alfonso named chairman at Bascom Palmer
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Eduardo C. Alfonso, MD, has been named chairman of the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, according to a prepared statement.
Bascom Palmer names Eduardo C. Alfonso, MD, its new chairman
Ophthalmology Times
Eduardo C. Alfonso, MD, is the new chairman of the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Alfonso is the fifth chairman to be named in the institute's 47-year history.
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