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FDA Grants Clearance to Altris IMS for Cutting-Edge OCT Scan AnalysisSep 19, 2023Altris 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 BankSep 26, 2023OcuCell, 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, 2023The 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.
Can a Simple Eye Exam Diagnose Autism in Children? Sep 26, 2023Females 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, 2023Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed an online simulator that offers an enhanced visual representation of the effects of glaucoma.
Cortical Blindness: Exploring the Complex World of Visual ImpairmentSep 22, 2023Cortical 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 InfectionsSep 21, 2023Ocular 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 SwellingSep 20, 2023Irvine–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.