Acute angle closure glaucoma - can make you blind
Thursday, June 4th, 2009Glaucoma is a familiar name among eye diseases. So lets discuss about a typical type of glaucoma in this edition.
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Drainage system of eye - is it working well?
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009Checkout if your drainage system of eye working properly :
Individual Cancerous Cells Can Be Targeted By Laser Microscalpel
Thursday, July 3rd, 2008A new laser “Microscalpel” has been developed by Austin Adela Ben-Yakar, Mechanical engineer and Assistant Professor of The University of Texas, Austin , claiming that this device can remove a cell without damaging the cells surrounding it.
New Implantable Lens Promises to Improve Extremely Poor-Sighted Vision
Tuesday, June 27th, 2006 A state-of-the-art, soft, foldable lens (approved by the Food and Drug Administration) is inserted behind the iris during a quick, outpatient procedure now being done by three eye surgeons in Indianapolis and several others throughout the state.
The procedure costs $5,900 for both eyes. Insurance does not cover the cost. It’s designed for patients who aren’t [...]
Laser Eye Surgery is Not a Good Choice for Everyone
Monday, June 26th, 2006 It is important to not have extremely high expectations about laser eye surgery, This treatment may not be suitable for some people.
Pregnant women, people who suffer from diabetes, patients who have problems with binocular visions, thin corneas, dry eyes or large pupils may not be good candidates for this type of treatment.
In most cases laser [...]
Eye Surgery Revolutionizes US Military Careers and Life
Friday, June 23rd, 2006 Aging fighter pilots can now remain in the cockpit longer, reducing annual recruiting needs. And recruits whose bad vision once would have disqualified them from the special forces are now eligible, making the competition for these coveted slots even tougher.
Almost every Thursday during the academic year, a bus carrying a dozen or so Naval Academy [...]
