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Newer photocoagulation method improves tolerance, treatment times

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Patients treated with the PASCAL method of photocoagulation have greater tolerance and reduced treatment times than other methods, according to a large study.

Harry Flynn Jr., MD, recently presented information about the pattern scan laser (PASCAL, OptiMedica) method of photocoagulation, according to a news release. Dr. Flynn said that 550 eyes were treated at six different locations for diabetic retinopathy and other retinal disorders. PASCAL can use either a single spot or a predetermined pattern array of up to 25 spots, the company said.

The company claims initial studies in humans indicate the system may be able to not only reduce treatment duration time, but also the number of sessions.