- Tags: myopia
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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.
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Study identifies risk factors for myopic macular degeneration progression
Axial elongation was shown to be a key risk factor for progression, among others.
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iVeena submits IND to FDA for pediatric myopia clinical trial
Company plans to initiate a multinational phase 2 study on IVMED-85, a PF and non-atropine daily eye drop intended to improve refraction and decrease AE rates.
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New DOT lens data finds 75% pediatric myopia management efficacy after 12 months
Latest clinical results support safety and effectiveness of SightGlass Vision’s Diffusion Optics Technology spectacle lenses—including 1-year following discontinued wear.
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Air pollution exposure leading to more ocular disease cases among adults
Myopic eyes demonstrated increased risk of ocular disease with exposure to air pollution.
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New data supports Hoya's DIMS lenses for myopic prevention among preschool-aged pediatrics
Presented at ARVO, updated findings among the younger pre-myopics confirmed a protective effect of the patented and embedded technology on refractive status.
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MiSight 1 day lens 7-year data supports long-term myopia control
Clinical study on dual-focus contact lens notes retained treatment gains among myopic eyes even after discontinued wear.
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Potential link identified between myopia and reading in the dark
Differences in bedroom illumination before sleep may impact myopia onset and progression in children.
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Daily hour of screen time increases myopia risk by nearly 25%
Investigators report significant increase in myopia risk seen with up to 4 hours of daily screen time, after which the risk rose more gradually.
Products
Bausch + Lomb launches ortho-k lens fitting system
The Arise cloud-based platform syncs directly with diagnostic tools to create a customized lens design for myopia treatment in mere seconds—without the need for a fitting set.
Pipeline
FDA accepts NDA for Sydnexis's low-dose atropine for pediatric myopia
Once-daily drop features unique establishing excipient to avoid rapid atropine degradation; may become first eye drop with 3-year shelf-life.
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AAO report evaluates validity of multifocal CLs for myopia
Report demonstrates efficacy of multifocal soft CLs for myopia control compared to single-vision spectacles and CLs.
Products
Oculus introduces myopia software to Pentacam AXL Wave
Newest software package for optometrists offers improved accuracy and safety for myopia management, screenings, and ortho-k fittings in a single device.
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Ocumetra showcases all-in-one myopia management software
The mEYE Suite is designed to enhance patient engagement, provide axial length estimates, and enable streamlined decision-making and predictive analytics.
Business
TECLens raises $9.3M in funding for non-invasive refractive tech
The company's corneal CXL-based, non-incisional refractive correction procedure is designed to reshape the corneal for presbyopes and myopes.
Business
CooperVision announces myopia management updates and plans
Company creates new position of Vice President, Myopia Management & Cornea Care and previews clinical investigation plans.
Products
Hoya Vision Care launches expanded power range for MiYOSMART lenses for high pediatric myopia
New extension offers spectacles in larger diameters and with optimized lens edge thickness, accommodating both high myopia and astigmatism.
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Pediatric study supports multifocal contact lens method for slowing myopia
Follow-up to the BLINK trial evaluates potential benefits and lasting effects of MF lens wear among children fitted at younger ages and lasting through teenage years.
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Eyenovia's phase 3 pediatric myopia trial fails primary goal
Company reports insignificant findings on drug-device combo of low-dose atropine and its Optejet system; announces next steps.
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