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ONE-YEAR FOLLOW-UP OF COMBINED CUSTOMIZED THERAPY. PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY AND BEVACIZUMAB FOR EXUDATIVE AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION

Combined Pars Plana Lensectomy/Vitrectomy for Idiopathic Macular Hole Repair Without Postoperative Prone Positioning

The Tecnis multifocal intraocular lens (IOL) has been approved by the FDA, according to an announcement made by AMO, the manufacturer of the lens.

Correlation Between Corneal and Scleral Thickness in Glaucoma

MacuCLEAR and Mystic Pharmaceuticals are to collaborate on MacuCLEAR's upcoming Phase I/II trials of MC 1101 for the treatment and prevention of progression of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Difluprednate ophthalmic emulsion 0.05% for postoperative inflammation and pain

A Comparison of Interocular Differences in Patients With Pigment Dispersion Syndrome

Sequence alterations in RX in patients with microphthalmia, anophthalmia, and coloboma

The FDA has accepted for review a New Drug Application for Bepreve (bepotastine ophthalmic solution; ISTA Pharmaceuticals) for the treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

The use of mobile telephones does not increase the risk of uveal melanoma, according to a study published online ahead of print by the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

International Stem Cell Corporation has begun preclinical testing of a stem cell treatment for retinal disease including macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa.

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