Business
Topcon names former Genentech exec as chief medical officer
Daniela Ferrara, MD, PhD’s role involves establishing retinal imaging as a first-line tool for both eyecare and the screening and management of complex systemic diseases.
Products
Nordic Pharma launches authorized generic of Maxitrol
Company to introduce prescription-based drop in partnership with Harrow; indication includes treating and relieving bacterial eye infections.
Research
Study connects HDL levels to AMD development
Key finding: A U-shaped relationship between low and high HDL and increased risk of AMD.
Research
SpyGlass Pharma reports positive 18-month data on glaucoma sustained delivery system
Presented at ASCRS, new findings show promising visual outcomes and IOP lowering following sustained-release delivery of bimatoprost.
Products
Alcon debuts new digital platform for clinics and surgery centers
Designed for use within the Alcon Vision Suite, this cloud-based platform connects clinics’ patient and surgery data to a surgery center.
Research
Clinical outcomes support JJV's violet-filtering IOL for glaucoma
New research on the Tecnis Symfony OptiBlue IOL shows promising visual outcomes just one week after implantation post-cataract surgery.
Products
Alcon launches UNITY vitreoretinal and cataract surgery systems
Debuting at ASCRS, the UNITY Vitreoretinal Cataract and Cataract stand-alone systems expand the Alcon Vision Suite of surgical technologies.
Pipeline
Long-term data finds acoltremon 0.003% increases tear production in DED
Presented at ASCRS, phase 3 COMET-4 results show AR-15512 provides a rapid onset and sustained improvement over 12 months.
Products
Sight Sciences debuts OMNI Edge Surgical System
Launching during ASCRS, this new hand-held and single-use MIGS device features the company’s patented, higher-capacity viscoelastic delivery TruSync technology.
Research
Safety and efficacy data supports Vista 1-Step vitrectomy probe
A total of 86% of pseudophakic patients reported a complete resolution of symptoms by postop month 3 following limited vitreous removal procedure.
Products
B+L's enVista IOLs return to market after voluntary recall
Company announces conclusion of investigation into reported cases of TASS involving the enVista IOL product line.
Business
BVI Medical and Neurotech name new CCOs
With over 20 years of executive leadership experience each, Andrew Chang and Beth Marsh will lead commercialization efforts for their respective companies’ upcoming product launches.
Research
Visual sensitivity loss may predict dementia years before diagnosis
Dementia may leave a visual fingerprint long before memory fades.
Business
CSI Dry Eye Software selects new CEO
Eye care industry executive Ken Barbet takes the helm as the AI-based dry eye management platform seeks to help ECPs standardize and deliver customized treatment.
Research
Potential link identified between myopia and reading in the dark
Differences in bedroom illumination before sleep may impact myopia onset and progression in children.
Products
FDA declines Regeneron's EYLEA HD sBLA for extended dosing
Request was for additional extended dosing interval > every 16 weeks; agency makes no mention of request for new indication of macular edema following RVO.
Business
CORE launches environmental-focused eyewear education website
SustainableEyecare.com offers a digital guide for ECPs and patients on solutions and programs for recycling contact lenses and other eyewear.
Products
TearRestore launches eyelid serum for digital eye strain
Available over the counter, the WINQ Eyelid Serum is clinically studied and supported in reducing partial blink rates by 50% after just one application.
Business
Voiant acquires AI-based ophthalmic image analysis startup Voxeleron
Software and clinical trial expertise to combine into an AI-based integrated platform for retinal and corneal imaging, with a goal of expedited patient treatment delivery.
Research