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Pakistan Initiates Recall of Roche's Injectable Drug Causing Vision Loss
Sep 25, 2023
Pakistan's Health Minister made an announcement on Sunday regarding an injectable medication linked to severe eye infections and vision loss among diabetic patients in Punjab.
Biocon Biologics Receives EU Approval for YESAFILI® - Biosimilar of Aflibercept
Sep 21, 2023
Biocon Biologics, a subsidiary of Biocon Ltd., has received marketing authorization from the European Commission for YESAFILI®, a biosimilar of Aflibercept.
FDA Grants Clearance to Altris IMS for Cutting-Edge OCT Scan Analysis
Sep 19, 2023
Altris has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Altris IMS, the company's image and data management platform. The Altris platform is specifically designed for the storage, organization, and comprehensive analysis of OCT scans.
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OcuCell Receives Funding from the Georgia Eye Bank
Sep 26, 2023
OcuCell, a provider of ocular cell therapy, has announced funding from the Georgia Eye Bank. Established in 1961, the Georgia Eye Bank has contributed over 60,000 corneas for transplantation.
Apellis Receives Permanent J-Code for SYFOVRE®
Sep 26, 2023
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have officially designated a specific J-code (J2781) for Apellis Pharmaceuticals' Syfovre (pegcetacoplan injection), marking it as the first treatment for geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to AMD.
Orbis Partners with Alcon Foundation and Omega to Improve Eye Care in Zambia
Sep 25, 2023
Orbis International is launching a surgical training program in Zambia aboard the Orbis Flying Eye Hospital, the world's only fully accredited ophthalmic teaching hospital located on an aircraft.
Ophthalmic Research News
Can a Simple Eye Exam Diagnose Autism in Children?
Sep 26, 2023
Females are frequently underdiagnosed on the autism spectrum because they tend to conceal their symptoms more effectively than males. A potential explanation lies in a simple eye examination.
Researchers Build an Online Simulator for Glaucoma
Sep 22, 2023
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed an online simulator that offers an enhanced visual representation of the effects of glaucoma.
Scientists Develop Simulations to Help Surgeons Choose the Best IOL Option
Sep 21, 2023
Scientists have developed computer models of patients' eyes to determine the most suitable intraocular lenses and to offer patients a visual simulation of their expected vision with these lenses.
Ophthalmic Blog
Cortical Blindness: Exploring the Complex World of Visual Impairment
Sep 22, 2023
Cortical blindness, also known as cortical vision impairment (CVI), is a rare but complex form of visual impairment characterized by the inability to perceive visual information, even though the eyes themselves are healthy.
Ocular Herpes: A Closer Look at Recurrent Eye Infections
Sep 21, 2023
Ocular herpes is an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, the same virus responsible for cold sores. This condition can manifest in various forms, affecting different parts of the eye including the eyelids, and cornea.
Irvine-Gass Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide to Retinal Swelling
Sep 20, 2023
Irvine–Gass Syndrome, also known as cystoid macular edema (CME), is a notable complication that can occur after cataract surgery. It is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the macula, the central region of the retina.
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