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A clinical trial assessing glaucoma treatment compliance of patients using text and telephone messaging technology has been launched by the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, US.

Use of warfarin or clopidogrel is associated with a significant increase in non-sight-threatening complications during cataract surgery, concluded a study published in the January issue of Eye.

Multiple gene polymorphisms analysis revealed a different profile of genetic polymorphisms of primary open-angle glaucoma in northern Chinese

"The Big Eye Test", a programme to provide privately-funded eye examinations to the general public, has been launched in the UK.

Quantification of glistenings in intraocular lenses using Scheimpflug photography

The Investigational New Drug (IND) application for NVC-422, a molecule under investigation by NovaBay Pharmaceuticals for the treatment of eye infections, has been cleared by the FDA, triggering a development milestone payment from Alcon to NovaBay of $1 million.

A great variety of fungal agents may cause endophthalmitis, and accurate diagnosis is essential for effective treatment, according to a study published in the November/December 2008 issue of Retina.

The Phase III trial of microplasmin for the treatment of back of the eye disease has been initiated, according to a statement from ThromboGenics NV, the developer of microplasmin.

Relationship between contrast sensitivity and spherical aberration: Comparison of 7 contrast sensitivity tests with natural and artificial pupils in healthy eyes

Central Corneal Thickness and Glaucoma in Adult Chinese: The Beijing Eye Study.

The level of various inflammatory factors in the vitreous fluid is a significant factor in the severity of diabetic macular oedema (DME), according to study results published in the January issue of Ophthalmology.

As of March 31st this year, Cary Rayment will retire as president and chief executive officer of Alcon, Inc; he will be replaced on April 1st by Kevin Buehler.

BEVACIZUMAB (AVASTIN) AND RANIBIZUMAB (LUCENTIS) FOR CHOROIDAL NEOVASCULARIZATION IN MULTIFOCAL CHOROIDITIS.

Advanced Medical Optics (AMO) has been acquired by Abbott, a global pharmaceutical and medical device company, the companies have announced in a statement.

Intraocular pressure assessment in both eyes of the same patient after laser in situ keratomileusis

Both selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) and latanoprost are effective at controlling the level and fluctuation of intraocular pressure (IOP), according to a study published online ahead of print by the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

Fixation stability influences the visual outcome following macular hole surgery, according to study results published in the January issue of Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science.

THE EFFECT OF UNILATERAL INTRAVITREAL BEVACIZUMAB (AVASTIN), IN THE TREATMENT OF DIFFUSE BILATERAL DIABETIC MACULAR EDEMA: A PILOT STUDY.

Role of combined cataract surgery and intravitreal bevacizumab injection in preventing progression of diabetic retinopathy: Prospective randomized study

Cell apoptosis caused by free-radical formation during phacoemulsification can be mediated by the introduction of ascorbic acid, according to a study published in the December 2008 issue of the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.

Penetrating deep sclerectomy (combining deep sclerectomy with trabeculectomy) delivers promising intermediate results in the treatment of paediatric glaucoma, according to the conclusions of a study published in the January issue of Ophthalmology.

mpact and Permanence of LASIK-induced Structural Changes in the Cornea on Pneumotonometric Measurements: Contributions of Flap Cutting and Stromal Ablation.

Effect of Local Anesthesia on Trabeculectomy Success.

Most candidates for cataract surgery have a degree of corneal astigmatism, which should be considered by intraocular lens (IOL) manufacturers, concluded a study published in the January issue of the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.

CARCINOMA-ASSOCIATED RETINOPATHY-AN ELECTROPHYSIOLOGICAL AND IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL CORRELATION.

It is difficult to determine whether or not cataract surgery is being used more frequently in the UK than is necessary, according to study results published in the January 2009 issue of the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

A long-term course of injections of botulinum toxin ("Botox") offers a viable treatment for complicated strabismus, according to study results published in the December 2008 issue of the Journal of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus.

Optic or haptic damage has previously accounted for over 14% of intraoperative foldable lens explantations. However, an increasing focus on operating procedure standardization and strict guidelines regarding the reuse of materials have led to a rising trend in the use of disposable materials.

Allergan, Inc and ExonHit Therapeutics have expanded their current drug discovery collaboration until December 2011. The current agreement, focused on finding drug treatments for neurodegenerative diseases and pain as well as ophthalmic targets, was established in 2003 and, following two previous extensions due to success, was due to expire in December 2009.

Eyes treated with peripheral retinal cryotherapy lose accommodative amplitude after surgery, according to results of a study published in the January 2009 issue of the American Journal of Ophthalmology.