Topcon Healthcare, a global leader in medical technology, has announced two strategic moves aimed at enhancing its artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. These include a deal to acquire Toku, Inc. and securing an investment from Sanro Health, Inc. These measures are aimed at revolutionizing predictive and preventive ophthalmology. A key event was the acquisition of Toku,…
Bausch + Lomb announced the results of a large-scale clinical study of its newest intraocular lens (IOL), the enVista® Envy™. Data published in the authoritative American Journal of Ophthalmology confirms that this lens provides patients with continuous high-quality vision – from distance to near – with minimal visual disturbances after cataract surgery. Study Details: A…
Topcon Healthcare has announced the acquisition of Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems (IRIS), a company specializing in cloud-based retinal screening powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This acquisition will strengthen Topcon’s Healthcare from the Eye initiative and improve early diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy and other eye diseases. Enhancing Care Coordination Between Physicians The Healthcare from the Eye…
Leading global eye health company Bausch + Lomb has announced the launch of a major new initiative – “Eyes Tell a Story: The Impact of Dry Eye.” The campaign aims to challenge misconceptions about this widespread condition by sharing emotional patient stories, artistic portraits, and the latest research data. Why It Matters Dry eye disease…
Posterior capsular opacification (PCO) results naturally after cataract surgery and can lead to a degradation of visual function. Risks for postoperative PCO include eyes with early cataract onset, high myopia, and ocular inflammation. Inadequate removal of nuclear remnants in the capsular bag during surgery and a diagnosis of diabetes can also increase the risk of…
Bausch + Lomb Corporation announced its exclusive ONE by ONE and Biotrue Eye Care Recycling programs have collected a total of 76,645,000 units of used contact lenses, eye care and lens care materials in the United States, which is equivalent to the weight of 140 hippos. “As a result of the contributions of eye care…
MicroMatrix Flex is a dual-syringe system enabling the convenient mixing and precise delivery of MicroMatrix® paste to provide convenient access to hard-to-reach spaces and to help prepare an even wound surface in challenging wound areas. “MicroMatrix Flex has allowed me to expand how I use UBM technology in complex wound reconstruction procedures,” said Dr. Aaron…
The Topcon NW500 is a new user-friendly, robotic colour fundus camera that provides enhanced image quality in ambient light, even through small pupils The NW500 offers innovative slit scan illumination and a rolling shutter mechanism, which helps to overcome one of the known causes of poorly graded images in its ability to effectively image smaller…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) predicts that by 2030 there will be a global shortfall of 10m healthcare workers. The causes are varied. Many doctors and nurses are quitting the profession due to burnout after enduring three gruelling years of the pandemic. Others are put off entering the profession due to the stress caused by…
