Should AMD be classified as a panretinal disease?
Research

Should AMD be classified as a panretinal disease?

Investigators utilize three imaging modalities to quantify peripheral retinal abnormalities over a five-year period. 
Samsara Vision reports 6-month postop data on SING IMT for AMD
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Samsara Vision reports 6-month postop data on SING IMT for AMD

Improved distance and near vision noted following prosthetic device implantation, with near distance reading ability increasing nearly 70%.
WAVE Eye Care launches as new specialty contact lens division
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WAVE Eye Care launches as new specialty contact lens division

EyePrint Prosthetics, Advanced Vision Technologies, and WAVE Contact Lens System join forces to offer unique and customized specialty contact lens offerings.
Real-world data confirms long-term efficacy of OMNI Surgical System for POAG
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Real-world data confirms long-term efficacy of OMNI Surgical System for POAG

Sight Sciences announces 36-month findings demonstrating continued effectiveness of standalone OMNI surgery with either IOP or medication reductions over time.
New OCTA CPT code goes into effect
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New OCTA CPT code goes into effect

Effective Jan. 1, ECPs now have a new billing code for reporting computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging of the retina.
Los Angeles County Optometric Society calls for donations to help wildfire victims
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Los Angeles County Optometric Society calls for donations to help wildfire victims

Amidst ongoing fires, the organization is coordinating donations of eyecare supplies and emergency care for displaced residents and first responders.
Tenpoint reports positive topline data from phase 3 presbyopia eye drop study
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Tenpoint reports positive topline data from phase 3 presbyopia eye drop study

With BRIMOCHOL PF meeting its prespecified primary endpoints, the company is planning for a regulatory filing within the first half of 2025.
 Bausch + Lomb adds to glaucoma and GA pipeline with two deals
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Bausch + Lomb adds to glaucoma and GA pipeline with two deals

Latest developments involve the acquisition of WhiteCap Biosciences and its GA candidate, as well as a partnership with RNAi-focused City Therapeutics.
FDA accepts revised sNDA of IZERVAY for GA
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FDA accepts revised sNDA of IZERVAY for GA

Company is requesting inclusion of 24-month data to extend approved dosage for an additional 12 months for both every-month and every-other-month dosing.
Too much Vitamin D may lead to AMD development
Research

Too much Vitamin D may lead to AMD development

Observed association may be caused by higher sunlight exposure in this patient population.
FDA approves Zeiss MEL 90 excimer laser
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FDA approves Zeiss MEL 90 excimer laser

Integrated with the company’s Corneal Refractive Workflow, this laser system is indicated to reduce or eliminate myopia, hyperopia, and mixed astigmatism.
Aviceda raises $207M to support phase 3 testing of AVD-104 for GA
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Aviceda raises $207M to support phase 3 testing of AVD-104 for GA

Financing will support advancement of AVD-104, designed to target a specific area of the innate immune response relating to AMD.
FDA grants Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for ViGeneron's RP gene therapy
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FDA grants Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for ViGeneron's RP gene therapy

Designation qualifies VG901 to receive a priority review voucher if approved; company also receives dose escalation approval for phase 1 trial.
Acelyrin announces phase 2 data and phase 3 design for TED therapy
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Acelyrin announces phase 2 data and phase 3 design for TED therapy

Clinical findings support lonigutamab as the first subcutaneous anti-IGF-1R to demonstrate robust efficacy in TED patients comparable to IV-administered standard of care.
FDA clears Epithelial Thickness Module for Heidelberg's imaging platform
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FDA clears Epithelial Thickness Module for Heidelberg's imaging platform

Exclusive to the ANTERION segment imaging platform, this module is designed to improve precision and outcomes in cornea, cataract, and refractive care.
Women in Eyecare offers collaborative care for industry members
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Women in Eyecare offers collaborative care for industry members

With an eye on advancing career growth and professional support, this inclusive nonprofit welcomes men and women in the eyecare industry to join.
Earlier PPV may benefit vitrectomy among PDR patients
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Earlier PPV may benefit vitrectomy among PDR patients

Early PPV associated with improved visual outcomes and fewer severe complications.
Bausch + Lomb launches second annual glaucoma awareness campaign
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Bausch + Lomb launches second annual glaucoma awareness campaign

As part of a partnership with the Glaucoma Research Foundation, this month-long initiative honors January as Glaucoma Awareness Month.
Is there a link between peripheral neuropathy and DED risk?
Research

Is there a link between peripheral neuropathy and DED risk?

Study finds association between diabetic peripheral neuropathy and risk of developing DED.
Opus Genetics and FDA agree on SPA for phase 3 NPDR gene therapy trial
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Opus Genetics and FDA agree on SPA for phase 3 NPDR gene therapy trial

Study’s newly-established primary endpoint will support a potential new drug application submission of APX3300 for market approval.