Addressing gaps in vision care with a wearable diagnostic platform
November 19, 2021
Dr Mohamed Abou Shousha discusses Heru’s wearable AI-powered diagnostic devices at AAO 2021.
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Cataract & Refractive
Toric IOLs for beginners: Advice on selecting and calculating toric IOL sphere and cylinder power
November 25, 2021
This three-part feature discusses tips for success when getting started with toric IOLs. Part 2 tackles calculating toric IOL sphere and cylinder power; though it can seem daunting when treating astigmatism, the process can be simplified with a few key considerations.
New IOL offers patients greater spectacle independence over wider range
November 18, 2021
Patients desire spectacle independence at all distances. Early experience with a recently launched IOL suggests that it can satisfy their demands for extended depth of vision.
Presbyopia-correcting drops provide hope for frustrated patients
November 14, 2021
Dr Cathleen McCabe describes how VUITY, the first and only FDA-approved eye drop to treat age-related blurry near vision, provides opportunities for patients looking for spectacle independence.
5-year followup data for study on combining anterior and posterior segment surgery
November 10, 2021
Dr Timothy G. Murray discusses the 5-year followup data from a large, consecutive case series of combined anterior and posterior segment surgery and the benefits of a single procedure for the recovery of vision and decreased risk.
Eye drops for treatment of presbyopia approved by US FDA
November 07, 2021
Allergan developed VUITY, which it noted is the first and only FDA-approved eye drop to treat presbyopia.
The role of the femtosecond laser in paediatric cataract surgery
November 02, 2021
Cataract surgery on very small children presents some unique challenges that can be overcome with the use of a femtosecond laser.
Toric IOLs for beginners: Tips for patient selection, preoperative assessment and biometry
October 25, 2021
This three-part feature discusses tips for success when getting started with toric IOLs. Part 1 looks at patient selection and optimising biometry; Part 2 examines IOL calculation; and Part 3 looks at the perioperative period and postoperative troubleshooting.
Simulated operation practice, artificial intelligence diagnostics dominate discussion on final day of ESCRS 2021
October 22, 2021
Ophthalmologists gather to discuss artificial intelligence and the issue of false negatives, practice for surgeons and Best of the Best at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons congress.
Patient-centric healthcare, combined surgeries and cost-effectiveness considered at ESCRS
October 20, 2021
Talk of lens selection and patient satisfaction dominated discussion during the Advanced IOLs Symposium; cost vs. benefit analysis emerges as a theme throughout the congress.