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Corneal Power Calculations
Corneal Power Calculations
Douglas D. Koch, M.D. describes the potential of the RTVue-CAM to determine corneal power measurements for normal, post-surgery, and pathological eyes. more…
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FDA To Study Negative Effects Of Lasik Eye Surgery
The Food and Drug Administration announced plans Thursday to study the scope of problems connected with laser eye-correcting surgery, which include blurred vision and dry more…

Comlite Systems Surpasses 10,000 Users Worldwide
Comlite Systems, the number one selling wireless light-signaling system since 1984, surpassed the 10,000th user milestone in more…

What's Better, LASIK Or Older Techniques?
Are you concerned that the photorefractive keratectomy your doctor recommended to fix your eyesight won't be as effective as LASIK more…

Screening For Keratoconus Can Improve Outcomes After Refractive Surgery
Effective screening for keratoconus using topography and pachymetry can help ophthalmologists predict risk factors and outcomes of refractive more…

Femtosecond Laser Receives Clearance For Capsulotomies
LenSx Lasers Inc. announced that the FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for its femtosecond laser used for anterior capsulotomy during cataract more…

Good Results Seen With Topography-Guided PRK, Corneal Cross-Linking
Combined topography-guided PRK and corneal cross-linking is safe and effective for myopic astigmatism in eyes with forme fruste keratoconus, according to a presentation at the European Society of more…

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ifa Ophthalmology Software
ifa Ophthalmology Software
ifa systems AG
ifa systems AG is the international leading EMR vendor with over 20 years of experience. The ifa system is based on a structured data model for comprehensive data mining and provides interfaces to more than 400 devices/applications (all interfaces to Heidelberg Engineering, Nidek, Oculus, Topcon, Zeiss Meditec and 32 other vendors are guaranteed). The software features include automated reports, audit-proof workflows, drawing tools, statistical analysis, SNOMED-compatible terminology, image storage, quality management etc. more…
Featured Products  
ProLong™ Absorbable Long Term Plug - FCI Ophthalmics Inc. more…

Excimer Laser System EC-5000CX Series - NIDEK, Inc. more…

Topcon OM-B1 Ophthalmometer - Topcon Medical Systems more…

CellChek XL Specular Microscope - Konan Medical USA Inc. more…

Events View More Events
World Ophthalmology Congress 2010
June 5 - 9, 2010
berlin, Germany
Leading experts in our field will present the most recent scientific knowledge and the latest research findings during numerous symposia and courses.

There will be subspecialty days covering the topics of retina, glaucoma, cataract and refractive surgery. A comprehensive poster and film program will be featured and will be digitally available at all times.
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Journal Updates View More Journal Updates
Time Course of Corneal Biomechanical Parameters after Laser in situ Keratomileusis
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Comparison of Custom Ablation and Conventional Laser In Situ Keratomileusis for Myopia and Myopic Astigmatism Using the Alcon Excimer Laser
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Postsurgery Corneal Asphericity and Spherical Aberration due to Ablation Efficiency Reduction and Corneal Remodelling in Refractive Surgeries
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The Association of Haplotype at the Lumican Gene with High Myopia Susceptibility in Taiwanese Patients
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Corneal Power Measurements Using Scheimpflug Imaging in Eyes With Prior Corneal Refractive Surgery
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Technology Spotlight View More Technology Spotlights
Excimer Lasers: More Than Meets the Eye
Excimer Lasers: More Than Meets the Eye
While there has been a significant decline in young patients seeking laser refractive surgery, the introduction of presbyopic intraocular lenses has increased the need for exact results. Excimer lasers, providing excellent post-op vision enhancements, have once again become important tools for today’s practicing ophthalmologist. There are several available lasers today, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. more…
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