Intravitreal erythropoietin encouraging for geographic atrophy
March 1st 2012Results of a retrospective study have indicated that off-label intravitreal injection of erythropoietin is well tolerated and may slow progression of geogrphic atrophy and vision loss in eyes with age-related macular degeneration.
California Optometric Association, American Optometric Association differ on state exchanges
March 1st 2012The tug-of-war over how vision plans will participate in state health exchanges got a little tighter last month when the California Optometric Association voted to stand with VSP Vision Care and all but defy the AOA's position on the issue.
NYC welcomes Vision Expo East attendees
March 1st 2012International Vision Expo East, which will take place March 23 through 25 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, promises to serve up an expanded program of courses and networking opportunities for optometry professionals and students.
Zero itch in eyes treated with olopatadine in bilateral conjunctival allergen challenge studies
March 1st 2012Analysis of data from two bilateral conjunctival allergen challenge studies of 0.2% olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution should reassure clinicians that this product will provide optimal relief for the vast majority of patients with allergic conjunctivitis.
Demand for corrective surgery for astigmatism cleared for takeoff
March 1st 2012As the number of premium IOLs grows, along with the demand for cataract surgeries and the population of patients in their mid-50s and 60s, optometrists are poised to take an essential role in preparing patients and performing preoperative testing.