‘Voyage’, a study led by Dr Netan Choudhry at Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of Toronto, has demonstrated that YAG (yttrium aluminium garnet) laser vitreolysis resolved vitreous opacities (floaters) in 35 patients.
Patients suffering from dry eye disease (DED) have a lower quality of life, reporting negative effects on visual function, their ability to carry out daily activities and their work
A study of violet- and blue-light filtering (VLF and BLF, respectively) chromophores in intraocular lens (IOL) implants has concluded that VLFs block the harmful light that contributes to reactive
A study to rank the efficacy of latanoprostene bunod (Vyzulta), a prostaglandin analogue (PGA), against commonly used medications to lower raised intraocular pressure (IOP) has found it to be
Researchers at Loughborough University, UK, are developing a new device for the early detection and diagnosis of keratoconus. Funded by the Keratoconus Self-Help and Support Association (KC Group) and
A UK study has revealed a close link between proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease and age-related sight loss, paving the way for treatments for patients with deteriorating vision. Amyloid
Though there was no equipment on show (as mandated under alert level two), Optimed’s Craig Norman had brochures galore to help him discuss the new Mediworks dry eye diagnostic system, which had been scheduled for its first public unveiling in New Zealand at the CCLS conference.
The world’s first international eye lymphoma registry will record data from patients suffering from the rare cancer to allow statistical analysis of different treatment strategies.
Zeiss has launched CT Lucia 621P/PY, a new-generation aspheric monofocal c-loop intraocular lens (IOL) within its hydrophobic portfolio.
Kiwi optometrists are being asked to sign-up to the new Save Sight Keratoconus Registry (SSKR) optometry module.
GIVEN THE LACK of conferences and seminars due to Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, Peter Stewart from AFT Pharmaceuticals unveiled a host of new products at the CCLSNZ meeting. First up was the timely launch of Crystawash Extend, a gentle, odourless, water-based hand sanitiser that contains no harsh
A survey of Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS) patients revealed that social isolation due to Covid-19 lockdowns exacerbated visual hallucinations in 56% of respondents.