All articles from EyeWorld.org on the topic of cataract surgery. EyeWorld is the award-winning member publication of ASCRS. The magazine provides news and updates from the Society as well as clinical features in the areas of cataract, refractive, cornea, glaucoma, and practice management. It publishes quarterly with editorial direction from its medical editorial board and staff.
While true allergies to materials used during cataract surgery are uncommon, this is a topic that physicians may need to discuss with patients. Two physicians highlighted some of the key concerns they hear from patients and how they approach these to identify real allergies versus intolerances.
With its approval in 2017, many physicians have several years of lessons learned with the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL, RxSight). With the more recent commercial launch of the LAL+, which has a modified aspheric surface to extend depth of focus slightly, ophthalmologists have even more to talk about.
➤ Topline results for non-steroidal immunomodulator for postop inflammation ➤ Pilot study describes use of prosthetic device for treatment of dry eye ➤ First patient dosed in Phase 3 trial investigating wet AMD treatment ➤ Acquisition and partnership news ➤ ASCRS news and events
With great opportunity in the world of IOLs also comes a challenge: how to discuss these options efficiently in a targeted manner without overwhelming or causing confusion for the patient. EyeWorld spoke with three members of its Cataract Editorial Board to learn how they manage this discussion.
➤ Topline Phase 3 results for sublingual, opioid-free sedation ➤ Phase 1 results for non-surgical cell therapy for corneal edema ➤ First Phase 2 study evaluates wet AMD gene therapy in both eyes of patients ➤ Update on Phase 3 study evaluating treatment for progressive myopia ➤ FDA to review NDA for first-in-class dry eye treatment ➤ Enrollment complete for Phase 1/2 study evaluating novel IOP-lowering drug delivery platform ➤ ASCRS news and events
➤ FDA authorizes first device treatment for dry AMD ➤ Fast track designation granted to retinopathy of prematurity prevention therapy ➤ Fluorescent hydrogel for cataract surgery ➤ ASCRS news and events
➤ FDA approves new ‘full range of vision’ IOL ➤ Imaging platform designed for patients in supine position receives FDA clearance ➤ Last patient dosed in Phase 3 study of non-IV, non-opioid sedation method ➤ Phase 2 study begins to assess neuropathic corneal pain treatment ➤ Plans to submit BLA for treatment of severe vision loss due to retinitis pigmentosa ➤ Research discovers protein related to AMD ➤ ASCRS news and events
When performing cataract surgery in patients with keratoconus, there are considerations for surgical planning, lenses, and techniques that surgeons need to account for to ensure success. Two ophthalmologists discussed how they handle these patients, including testing, formulas, and IOL selection.
Three physicians discussed measuring and quantifying higher order aberrations (HOAs), their impact on IOL selection for cataract surgery, procedure and candidate selection for corneal refractive surgery, and some of their eccentricities.
The inaugural ASCRS Business of Refractive Cataract Surgery (BRiCS) Summit took place over the weekend, offering attendees the knowledge and tools they need to successfully and confidently offer advanced-technology IOLs in their practice.