- Tags: cataract
Research
New data finds increased prevalence of refractive surgery among cataract patients
Clinicians may need to consider new ways of calculating IOL power due to prevalence of high myopia and previous refractive surgery.
Events
Registration now open for Eyes On Cataract & Refractive 2025
Virtual event offers up to 5 hours of free CME for MDs featuring rapid-fire videos, real-world case studies, and clinical expert-led interactive sessions.
Research
Does patching after age 4 benefit unilateral congenital cataract patients?
Visual acuity at age 4 was a reliable predictor of final visual outcomes in children with unilateral congenital cataracts.
Research
Hyperopes may have a lower risk for cataracts
New study suggests hyperopia may provide a protective effect against age-related nuclear cataracts.
Pipeline
FDA OKs clinical trial on Atia Vision's novel IOL for cataract patients
IDE approval brings company one step closer toward seeking regulatory clearance for the OmniVu Lens System, a dual-optic IOL.
Research
Air pollution exposure leading to more ocular disease cases among adults
Myopic eyes demonstrated increased risk of ocular disease with exposure to air pollution.
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.
Research
BMI alternative may better predict cataract risk
New research introduces a potential optimal method for assessing cataract risk.
Products
Alcon launches Clareon PanOptix Pro IOL in the US
With a broad commercial rollout planned for next month, this will be the company’s first presbyopia-correcting IOL available in its Clareon AutonoMe preloaded system.
Research
Air pollution exposure may lead to increased risk for cataract development
Investigators evaluate potential relationship among 800+ patients over an 18-year period
Research
Postop IOP: When should you measure?
Study identifies optimal timing for assessing IOP levels after cataract surgery.
Business
Tenpoint and Visus Therapeutics merge with plans for ophthalmic therapeutic advancements
Newly-combined Tenpoint Therapeutics, Ltd includes a pipeline featuring BRIMOCHOL PF, a once-daily eye drop for presbyopia targeting an NDA filing in 2025.
Business
Bausch + Lomb purchases Elios Vision
Acquisition includes the ELIOS procedure, an excimer laser-based and implant-free MIGS technology performed during cataract surgery for glaucoma treatment.
Research
Researchers develop fluorescent gel device for cataract surgery
Johns Hopkins University researchers tested a new color-changing hydrogel intended to reduce post-cataract surgery complications.
Products
Zeiss showcases expanded ophthalmic portfolio of digital tools
Company introduces new AI-based software solutions and highlights technologies from its Cataract and Retina Workflows as well as two new microscopes.
Products
Zeiss launches first hand-held ultrasound-free lens removal device
MICOR 700 is now available for U.S. distribution as part of the ZEISS Cataract Workflow.
Products
Alcon program guides clinical practices on advanced technology
Designed for surgeons and staff, the Accelerator program targets patient-focused outcomes for advanced technology IOL recommendations.
Research
Exercise linked to reduced risk for cataract development
New study tests various frequencies, durations, and intensities of physical activity and their potential impact on senile cataracts.
Events
Experts weigh in on key trends in anterior segment innovations
Ophthalmic leaders cover market opportunities, bridging the gap between physicians and industry, as well as premium patient outcomes for the future.
Products