Refractive surgery

Nordic Group B.V. Through Its Subsidiary Nordic Pharma, Inc. (U.S.), to Present Data on LACRIFILL® Canalicular Gel, a Novel Therapy for Dry Eye, at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

Nordic Pharma, Inc., a subsidiary of Nordic Group B.V., will be presenting data on LACRIFILL® Canalicular Gel, a novel therapy for dry eye symptoms, during the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting in Boston, MA on April 5-8, 2024.

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  • Nordic Pharma, Inc., a subsidiary of Nordic Group B.V., will be presenting data on LACRIFILL® Canalicular Gel, a novel therapy for dry eye symptoms, during the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting in Boston, MA on April 5-8, 2024.
  • LACRIFILL Canalicular Gel is a cross-linked hyaluronic acid derivative and is FDA-cleared to temporarily block tear drainage by the occlusion of the canalicular system.
  • “The recent acquisition of Visant Medical along with Amring Pharmaceuticals becoming Nordic Pharma, Inc., has increased our internal know-how and assets.
  • This is where science and innovation come together, making it the perfect environment to highlight this novel therapy for dry eye.”

Aurion Biotech to Present Clinical Data at the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

Aurion Biotech , whose mission is to restore vision to millions of patients with life-changing regenerative therapies, today announced several presentations during the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting to be held April 5-8, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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  • Aurion Biotech , whose mission is to restore vision to millions of patients with life-changing regenerative therapies, today announced several presentations during the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting to be held April 5-8, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • “We are delighted to share additional insights into these clinical studies, in multiple sessions at the Eyecelerator and ASCRS 2024 meetings,” said Michael Goldstein, M.D., president and chief medical officer, Aurion Biotech.
  • The ABA-1 / CLARA trial is designed to assess the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of AURN001 for the treatment of corneal edema secondary to corneal endothelial dysfunction.
  • The primary endpoint is the percentage of subjects who gain 3 lines of vision at 6 months.

Glaukos To Present Numerous Scientific Abstracts at the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting

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월요일, 4월 1, 2024

Glaukos Corporation (NYSE: GKOS), an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases, announced today that it will present multiple scientific abstracts at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) annual meeting, being held April 5-8, 2024 in Boston, MA.

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  • Glaukos Corporation (NYSE: GKOS), an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases, announced today that it will present multiple scientific abstracts at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) annual meeting, being held April 5-8, 2024 in Boston, MA.
  • Glaukos will be exhibiting onsite at booth #631.
  • The faculty includes Ike Ahmed, MD (Moderator); Sahar Bedrood, MD; John Berdahl, MD; Manjool Shah, MD; and Blake Williamson, MD.
  • The ASCRS Annual Meeting is among the largest gatherings of anterior segment physicians, medical personnel and industry executives in the ophthalmic industry.

Azura Ophthalmics to Present New Data Supporting the Potential of AZR-MD-001 to be the First Ophthalmic Keratolytic for Ocular Surface Diseases

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목요일, 3월 28, 2024

Azura Ophthalmics Ltd., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a potential new therapeutic class of Ophthalmic Keratolytics for ocular surface diseases, today announced multiple presentations highlighting positive efficacy and safety data from Phase 2 studies of the company’s lead drug candidate, AZR-MD-001, in Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD).

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  • Azura Ophthalmics Ltd., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a potential new therapeutic class of Ophthalmic Keratolytics for ocular surface diseases, today announced multiple presentations highlighting positive efficacy and safety data from Phase 2 studies of the company’s lead drug candidate, AZR-MD-001, in Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD).
  • This includes new, long-term data at ASCRS of the company’s lead drug candidate, AZR-MD-001, showing improvement in both signs and symptoms in MGD and Contact Lens Discomfort (CLD).
  • “Together, the data set we are presenting at these prestigious conferences show multiple potential patient benefits and mild, transient side effects in a topical medicine, supporting the potential of AZR-MD-001 as an entirely new approach targeting the underlying cause of many ocular surface diseases,” said Marc Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer of Azura.
  • This causes inflammatory ocular surface conditions, ocular surface dryness, pain, irritation, and reduced quality of vision.

Bausch + Lomb Will Present New Scientific Data and Analyses at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting

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수요일, 3월 27, 2024

In addition to these scientific presentations, the company will also sponsor educational events focused on these and other Bausch + Lomb products.

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  • In addition to these scientific presentations, the company will also sponsor educational events focused on these and other Bausch + Lomb products.
  • Bausch + Lomb activities at ASCRS:
    “Assessment of the Spectacle Independence and Visual Outcomes Following Bilateral Implantation of a Novel Toric IOL* Among Cataract Patients.” Harasymowycz et al.
  • “Outcomes of an Ultra-Low Cylinder Powered (0.90 D) Toric versus Non-Toric IOL in Low Astigmatic Patients Undergoing Cataract Surgery.” Muzychuk et al.
  • “Quality of Vision and Clinical Outcomes of a Novel Trifocal IOL* Implanted Bilaterally After Cataract Surgery: A Canadian Multicenter Study.” Harasymowycz et al.

US Eye Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry Solomon Honored with AECOS Award

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화요일, 3월 12, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312937973/en/
    Kerry Solomon, M.D., US Eye Chief Medical Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
    Speaking of the Dulaney Award, Dr. Solomon comments, “I am incredibly proud to be the recipient of this year’s Dulaney Award.
  • Dr. Solomon currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer at US Eye, a physician-led network of eye care practices across the Southeastern United States and is a LASIK and Laser Cataract Surgeon at Carolina Eyecare Physicians in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
  • To that end, Dr. Solomon truly embodies the purpose of the AECOS Dulaney Award.
  • We are proud to work beside him and experience his impactful contributions firsthand,” said Brad Logan, CEO of US Eye.

ViaLase to Present Clinical Data at the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

ALISA VIEJO, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ViaLase, Inc ., a clinical stage medical technology company focused on addressing unmet needs in the conventional glaucoma treatment paradigm, today announced that it will present clinical data as well as provide a business and technology overview during the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting to be held April 5-8, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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  • ALISA VIEJO, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ViaLase, Inc ., a clinical stage medical technology company focused on addressing unmet needs in the conventional glaucoma treatment paradigm, today announced that it will present clinical data as well as provide a business and technology overview during the 2024 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting to be held April 5-8, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • We are excited to share the latest clinical data demonstrating the safety and efficacy of the ViaLase Laser at ASCRS.
  • ViaLase recently announced that it had completed a Series C round of financing, which will fund continued advancement of clinical, regulatory, and commercial milestones for the ViaLase® Laser.
  • The corporate and clinical presentations are scheduled as follows:
    Location: BCEC - Meeting Level 2, Room 259A
    *The ViaLase Laser is not approved for use in the United States.

ZEISS Sets Stage for Future of Ophthalmic Surgery and 3D Visualization at ASCRS 2024

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목요일, 3월 28, 2024

Product News: ZEISS announces enhanced visualization capabilities with the new ZEISS ARTEVO 850 3D heads-up ophthalmic microscope.

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  • Product News: ZEISS announces enhanced visualization capabilities with the new ZEISS ARTEVO 850 3D heads-up ophthalmic microscope.
  • Spatial Computing Innovation: ZEISS will demonstrate a digital application for experiencing 3D videos and more on the Apple Vision Pro.
  • ZEISS is extending its workflow offerings with new surgical and visualization technologies at ASCRS.
  • At ASCRS, surgeons are invited to join the ZEISS SMILE Speed Competition in lenticule extraction with the new ZEISS VISUMAX 800.

ZEISS Sets Stage for Future of Ophthalmic Surgery and 3D Visualization at ASCRS 2024

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목요일, 3월 28, 2024

Product News: ZEISS announces enhanced visualization capabilities with the new ZEISS ARTEVO 850 3D heads-up ophthalmic microscope.

Key Points: 
  • Product News: ZEISS announces enhanced visualization capabilities with the new ZEISS ARTEVO 850 3D heads-up ophthalmic microscope.
  • Spatial Computing Innovation: ZEISS will demonstrate a digital application for experiencing 3D videos and more on the Apple Vision Pro.
  • ZEISS is extending its workflow offerings with new surgical and visualization technologies at ASCRS.
  • At ASCRS, surgeons are invited to join the ZEISS SMILE Speed Competition in lenticule extraction with the new ZEISS VISUMAX 800.

CorNeat EverPatch Hits the US Market: Farewell to Traditional Ocular Tissue Grafts

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화요일, 2월 27, 2024

RA'ANANA, Israel, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CorNeat Vision, a leader in innovative medical device solutions, proudly introduces the CorNeat EverPatch, a pioneering synthetic tissue-integrating matrix designed to revolutionize ophthalmic surgeries. Endorsed by leading surgeons across the US, this FDA-cleared device represents a significant leap forward in addressing complications related to surgical interventions of the ocular surface.

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  • The CorNeat EverPatch is a synthetic tissue substitute for ocular surface surgeries, offering a unique combination of features that provide a significant advantage over existing tissue grafts, which degrade over time.
  • The CorNeat EverPatch is poised to provide an optimal solution for reinforcing tissue over glaucoma drainage devices, addressing complications such as tube exposure that often require reoperation.
  • Dr. Gilad Litvin, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at CorNeat Vision, emphasizes the safety and efficacy of the CorNeat EverPatch, stating, "Our synthetic tissue substitute is tear-resistant, non-degradable, and completely bio-compatible, with no observed chronic inflammatory response that exists around tissue grafts.
  • We are confident that the CorNeat EverPatch will set a new standard of care in ocular surgeries necessitating scleral reinforcement."