:: Phacoemulsification may increase
incidence of IOL subluxation
THE near universal adoption of phacoemulsification for cataract procedures has resulted in an increased rate of IOL subluxation in Sweden, said Ulf Stenevi MD, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Molndal, Sweden. "We are seeing an increase in the number of patients needing a second surgery. We hadn't seen these before. We have a pretty good idea of which patients are at risk and the question we need to answer is: is phacoemulsification the better surgery for all eyes for all cataracts for all surgeons all the time?" said Dr Stenevi at a symposium on the management of subluxated IOLs at the XXVII Congress of the ESCRS. - Download pdf here
THE near universal adoption of phacoemulsification for cataract procedures has resulted in an increased rate of IOL subluxation in Sweden, said Ulf Stenevi MD, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Molndal, Sweden. "We are seeing an increase in the number of patients needing a second surgery. We hadn't seen these before. We have a pretty good idea of which patients are at risk and the question we need to answer is: is phacoemulsification the better surgery for all eyes for all cataracts for all surgeons all the time?" said Dr Stenevi at a symposium on the management of subluxated IOLs at the XXVII Congress of the ESCRS. - Download pdf here
:: High rates of spectacle independence
with newer accommodating IOLs
Refractive
THE newest version of the Crystalens (Bausch & Lomb) can enable patients to achieve good near and intermediate vision through a combination of physiological accommodation, pseudo accommodation and monovision, said Mayank Nanavaty DO, MRCOphth, MRCSEd, Centre for Sight, East Grinstead UK. - Download pdf here
THE newest version of the Crystalens (Bausch & Lomb) can enable patients to achieve good near and intermediate vision through a combination of physiological accommodation, pseudo accommodation and monovision, said Mayank Nanavaty DO, MRCOphth, MRCSEd, Centre for Sight, East Grinstead UK. - Download pdf here
:: Mechanical microkeratome delivers
predictable flaps and smooth stromal beds
USING a mechanical microkeratome offers surgeons a safe and efficient means of flap creation in LASIK procedures and produces residual stromal beds of excellent smoothness and quality, according to Osama Ibrahim MD. "The One Use-Plus SBK (Moria SA) is simple, easy to use, safe and effective. The flaps created by this microkeratome are predictable and consistent in terms of thickness, shape and size and produce high-quality stromal beds," he told delegates attending the 10th Middle East and African Council of Ophthalmology Congress in Manama, Bahrain. - Download pdf here
USING a mechanical microkeratome offers surgeons a safe and efficient means of flap creation in LASIK procedures and produces residual stromal beds of excellent smoothness and quality, according to Osama Ibrahim MD. "The One Use-Plus SBK (Moria SA) is simple, easy to use, safe and effective. The flaps created by this microkeratome are predictable and consistent in terms of thickness, shape and size and produce high-quality stromal beds," he told delegates attending the 10th Middle East and African Council of Ophthalmology Congress in Manama, Bahrain. - Download pdf here
:: New DALK technique is delivering
promising early results
A NEW technique which uses physiological saline solution instead of air to bare Descemet's membrane in deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) procedures shows promising early results, according to Jorg Krumeich MD. - Download pdf here
A NEW technique which uses physiological saline solution instead of air to bare Descemet's membrane in deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) procedures shows promising early results, according to Jorg Krumeich MD. - Download pdf here
:: Consensus panel examines clinical relevance
of ocular blood flow in glaucoma
LOW ocular perfusion pressure, defined as blood pressure minus intraocular pressure, is associated with increased risk of open-angle glaucoma, according to statements released this year by an international consensus panel. However, its impact on individual patients is uncertain, though some clues exist as to which patients might be more vulnerable to blood pressure-related glaucoma risk, said Makoto Araie MD, PhD, professor and chairman of ophthalmology, University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Japan, and co-leader of the Global Glaucoma Network blood flow consensus panel. - Download pdf here
LOW ocular perfusion pressure, defined as blood pressure minus intraocular pressure, is associated with increased risk of open-angle glaucoma, according to statements released this year by an international consensus panel. However, its impact on individual patients is uncertain, though some clues exist as to which patients might be more vulnerable to blood pressure-related glaucoma risk, said Makoto Araie MD, PhD, professor and chairman of ophthalmology, University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Japan, and co-leader of the Global Glaucoma Network blood flow consensus panel. - Download pdf here
:: AMD - a disease of the ageing RPE
THE next challenge in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) research is to synthesise the vast body of pre-clinical and clinical research knowledge to improve and extend our understanding of the disease. Three main areas providing future therapeutic opportunities include genetics, drug delivery and a deeper understanding of the molecular and cellular biology underlying the pathophysiology of AMD. - Download pdf here
THE next challenge in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) research is to synthesise the vast body of pre-clinical and clinical research knowledge to improve and extend our understanding of the disease. Three main areas providing future therapeutic opportunities include genetics, drug delivery and a deeper understanding of the molecular and cellular biology underlying the pathophysiology of AMD. - Download pdf here
:: Hungarian ophthalmologists welcome
ESCRS Winter Meeting to Budapest
In February 2010, for the first time in its history, the ESCRS will hold its Winter Meeting in Budapest, Hungary, together with the Hungarian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (SHIOL). On behalf of the local organisers and the Board of the SHIOL, I would like to welcome friends and colleagues from Europe and around the world. - Download pdf here
In February 2010, for the first time in its history, the ESCRS will hold its Winter Meeting in Budapest, Hungary, together with the Hungarian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (SHIOL). On behalf of the local organisers and the Board of the SHIOL, I would like to welcome friends and colleagues from Europe and around the world. - Download pdf here
:: ESCRS president Jose Guell will continue to
build on the society's educational initiatives
Jose Guell MD, PhD, assumes the role of president of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), after the active and successful term of Paul Rosen. Dr Guell is the director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit, Institute of Ocular Microsurgery, Barcelona, Spain. He served as secretary of the ESCRS from 2004 to 2008, and is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and co-editor of the Consultation Section. EuroTimes Editor Sean Henahan spoke with Dr Guell about his goals as incoming president. - Download pdf here
Jose Guell MD, PhD, assumes the role of president of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), after the active and successful term of Paul Rosen. Dr Guell is the director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit, Institute of Ocular Microsurgery, Barcelona, Spain. He served as secretary of the ESCRS from 2004 to 2008, and is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and co-editor of the Consultation Section. EuroTimes Editor Sean Henahan spoke with Dr Guell about his goals as incoming president. - Download pdf here
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EuroTimes Breaking News
Full pipeline for AMD
Date Posted 29/10/2009 MORE HERE...
Wet macular degeneration treatment may increase intraocular pressure
Date Posted 26/10/2009 MORE HERE...
Paediatric ophthalmologists need to reassess screening and treatment procedures
Date Posted 26/10/2009 MORE HERE...
New screening method could mean clear vision for milllions of patients
Date Posted 26/10/2009 MORE HERE...
Language barriers causing glaucoma patients to miss follow-up appointments
Date Posted 26/10/2009 MORE HERE...
Michael Brennan MD receives Iraqi Medical Award
Date Posted 25/10/2009 MORE HERE...
Industry Breaking News
Ziemer Group announces new investment from BVgroup
Date Posted 13/01/2010 MORE HERE...
HOYA Surgical Optics: 2010 direct sales in France
Date Posted 11/01/2010 MORE HERE...
Bausch & Lomb announces worldwide launch of Crystalens AO
Date Posted 05/01/2010 MORE HERE...
Alcon Independent Director Committee 'disappointed' with Novartis comments on takeover
Date Posted 05/01/2010 MORE HERE...