Eye

Despite advances in research on OCT biomarkers of diabetic macular edema, a standardized classification and grading system is still necessary to fill knowledge gaps, according to a recently published review.

Bausch + Lomb has collected 464,100 pounds of used contact lenses, eye care and lens care materials through its One by One and Biotrue Eye Care recycling programs, according to a company press release.

In an interactive panel at the Twin Cities Ocular Surface Disease Symposium, speakers and attendees shared insight and experience with different treatment options and procedural techniques for patients with ocular surface disease.

Kilitch Healthcare India Limited has voluntarily recalled 25 over-the-counter eye drop products after the FDA warned of unsanitary conditions and potential safety concerns, according to a company press release.

NEW ORLEANS — Using hypotonic riboflavin to induce swelling in the cornea can protect patients with keratoconus from endothelial toxicity during crosslinking, according to Julia Yu, at Academy ’23.

The Harvard Drug Group and Cardinal Health have initiated voluntary recalls on certain over-the-counter ophthalmic products after the FDA warned about unsanitary conditions in the manufacturing facility.

The FDA has warned consumers not to purchase and to immediately stop using 26 over-the-counter eye drop products due to potential risk for eye infections.

NEW ORLEANS — Nearly 90% of dry eye disease specialists surveyed use artificial tears and hot compresses as first-line treatment for meibomian gland dysfunction, according to a poster presented at Academy ’23.

NEW ORLEANS — An investigational device that measures ocular oxygen saturation may help detect disease earlier and potentially preserve sight, according to a presenter at the Academy ’23 Innovations in Vision and Eye Care program.

NEW ORLEANS — Thousands of eye care professionals have convened for Academy ’23, as the community joins to recognize World Sight Day on Oct. 12.