DAY 4 - Monday, April 22
CATARACT
Aberrometer helpful to guide LRIs
Limbal relaxing incisions have been recognized as an effective tool in reducing corneal astigmatism at least since the 1990s. Surgeons have also recognized that preoperative measurements and surgical plans do not always provide the best possible results, said Kerry Assil, MD. » MORE
Liquid ocular bandage results positive
An ocular bandage that has been on the market in Europe for several years is receiving praise from clinicians familiar with the product. Matteo Piovella, MD, has been using the bandage on every eye he has operated on for the past 4 years. » MORE
BLOG FROM ASCRS
Editor's Blog: Oh, that high-tech phenomenon! It's wired; it's mobile!
Much has been written about the high-tech phenomenon in today's fast-paced world. Just "Google" it on your WiFi-supported tablet or device here at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting and check out the latest statistics on how these devices are permeating our lives. » MORE
GLAUCOMA
Subconjunctival implant: 2-year data
Two-year data on a subconjunctival implant suggest that the device is both safe and effective in lowering IOP in both refractory glaucoma and early stages of the disease, said Steven Vold, MD. » MORE
REFRACTIVE
Early report: Surface ablation device
What is the most effective procedure to remove corneal epithelium? A single metallic blade or hockey-stick knife has been used since the 1980s. Excimer lasers have been used since the 1990s. The initial report on the first 25 patients treated with a new, double-blade device was presented by Matsliah Taieb, MD. » MORE
FROM THE SHOW FLOOR
OWL honors award recipients
Ophthalmic Women Leaders (OWL) honored the recipients of three awards at its annual Monday night reception during the 2013 meeting of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. » MORE
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