Ophthalmology

in use. examination of eyes in an Ophthalmology ClinicOphthalmology is the branch of medicine which deals with the diseases and surgery of the visual pathways, including the eye, brain, and areas surrounding the eye, such as the lacrimal system and eyelids. The word ophthalmology comes from the Greek roots ophthalmos meaning eye and logos meaning word, thought or discourse; ophthalmology literally means "The science of eyes." As a discipline it applies to animal eyes also, since the differences from human practice are surprisingly minor and are related mainly to differences in anatomy or prevalence, not differences in disease processes. However, veterinary medicine is regulated separately in many countries and states/provinces resulting in few ophthalmologists treating both humans and animals. By convention the term ophthalmologist is more restricted and implies a medically trained specialist. Since ophthalmologists perform operations on eyes, they are generally categorized as physicians and surgeons. (From the Wikpedia article Ophthalmology.)

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Recent Publications on Ophthalmology:
Toxic anterior segment syndrome after uncomplicated cataract surgery. Purpose. To evaluate the anterior segment examination findings and the...	21st November, 2009	Ophthalmology Department, Istanbul Education and Research Hospital,	Eur J Ophthalmol. 2009 Nov 17.
Course of intraocular pressure after intravitreal injection of 0.05 mL ranibizumab (Lucentis(R)). Purpose. This prospective study examines the changes in short-term...	21st November, 2009	Department of Ophthalmology, Ludwigshafen Hospital - Germany.	Eur J Ophthalmol. 2009 Nov 18.
The Prevalence and Causes of Visual Loss Among HIV-Infected Individuals With Visual Loss in Uganda. AIM:: To determine the prevalence of loss of visual acuity and to describe...	21st November, 2009	From the *Department of Ophthalmology, Mulago Hospital/Makerere	J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2009 Nov 19. DOI Direct Link
Penetrating Keratoplasty for Unilateral Corneal Disease: Outcomes From a Tertiary Care Hospital in Australia. PURPOSE:: To assess the visual outcome after unilateral penetrating...	21st November, 2009	From the Department of Ophthalmology (V.J., S.M., J.B., R.B.V.), Royal	Eye Contact Lens. 2009 Nov 17. DOI Direct Link
[Epididymal sarcoidosis: a case report.] A 33-year-old male complained of poor vision and visited the ophthalmology...	21st November, 2009	The Department of Nephrourologic Surgery and Andrology, Mie University	Hinyokika Kiyo. 2009 Oct;55(10):645-649.
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Press Releases About Ophthalmology:
Arthritis Foundation Hosts Successful 'Commitment to a Cure' Awards Event to Fund Arthritis Research	17th November, 2009	Arthritis Foundation, Southern California Chapter	Actor Al Pacino and Gary N. Holland, M.D. Receive Prestigious Jane Wyman Humanitarian Award LOS ANGELES, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The 22nd "Commitment to a Cure" Awards Gala
Smoking Causes Blindness	17th November, 2009	AMD Alliance International	AMD Alliance International Urges Participation In the Great American Smokeout November 19, 2009 BALTIMORE, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AMD Alliance International strongly urges all smokers to
IRIDEX Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results	12th November, 2009	IRIDEX Corporation	MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- IRIDEX Corporation (Nasdaq: IRIX) today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2009 ended October 3, 2009. For the third quarter
Arthritis Foundation Presents 'Commitment to a Cure' Awards Gala	12th November, 2009	Arthritis Foundation, Southern California Chapter	Al Pacino and Gary N. Holland, M.D. to Receive Prestigious Jane Wyman Humanitarian Award at Awards Gala on Saturday, November 14th LOS ANGELES, Nov. 12 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Southern
Study Finds Many People With Hemianopia Have Difficulty Detecting Pedestrians While Driving, Advocates for Individual Testing	12th November, 2009	Schepens Eye Research Institute	BOSTON, Nov. 12 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Scientists at Schepens Eye Research Institute have found that -- when tested in a driving simulator -- patients with hemianopia (blindness in one half of the

BioNews Results for Ophthalmology:
Finding a protective mechanism for retinal cells could save sight	Bionity.com:  Nov 21 2009 5:25AM Matching: ophthalmology
Retinal Arteriolar Vascular Reactivity in Untreated and Progressive Primary Open Angle Glaucoma	MDLinx:  Nov 20 2009 12:12PM Matching: ophthalmology
Effects of Topical and Subconjunctival Bevacizumab (Avastin) in High-Risk Corneal Transplant Survival	MDLinx:  Nov 20 2009 12:12PM Matching: ophthalmology
Timing of Corticosteroid Therapy is Critical to Prevent Retinal Ganglion Cell Loss in Experimental Optic Neuritis	MDLinx:  Nov 20 2009 12:12PM Matching: ophthalmology
The Role of 11beta-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase 1 in Adipogenesis in Thyroid-Associated Ophthalmopathy	MDLinx:  Nov 20 2009 12:12PM Matching: ophthalmology
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Ophthalmology Patents:
US Patent No.	Title
7588566	Electrothermal instrument for sealing and joining or cutting tissue
7593549	Apparatus and method for utilizing biometrics in medical applications
7593559	Method and system of coregistrating optical coherence tomography (OCT) with other clinical tests
7594728	Adjustable device for vision testing and therapy
7595058	Chlamydia antigens and vaccine uses of the protein
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Companies working in the area of Ophthalmology from Bioportfolio's Biocorporate database :
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A.P. Pharma A.P. Pharma, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments utilizing its proprietary polymer-based drug delivery systems....         View full profile
InSync Research InSync Research operates exclusively within multi-specialty medical groups and other managed care organizations. InSync Research provides the infrastructure and capabilities to conduct phase II-IV... www.insyncresearch.com/        View full profile
IRIDEX IRIDEX Corporation is a worldwide leader in developing, manufacturing, marketing and selling innovative and cost-effective medical laser systems. The company has the largest global installed base of... www.iridex.com/        View full profile
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