http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+clinical/Article/list/47394 ophthalmology news, features, events and interviews in cataract, refractive, glaucoma, retina and much more. 2010-09-09T16:10:41Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Containment-of-keratocous-and-other-abnormally-sha/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/684999?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 An holistic approach that focuses on the healthy part of the cornea. 2010-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/352010/684999null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Intravitreal-bevacizumab-or-laser-therapy-for-mana/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/684995?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 12-month data from the BOLT study provides supporting evidence for the use of bevacizumab in patients with clinically significant DME. 2010-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/352010/684995null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Experience-plays-role-in-choice-of-syringes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672225?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Physicians must be aware of options, know how to use different categories of viscoelastic 2010-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672225null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Refractive-surgery-trends/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672222?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Femtosecond laser use on the up for flap creation is just one trend 2010-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672222null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Adjunctive-safety-tool-proves-valuable/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672220?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Mapping epithelial thickness in patients with abnormal topography may rule out keratoconus 2010-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672220null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Pseudophakic-monovision-vs-bilateral-multifocal-IO/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672215?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Monovision popularity is growing as an option for presbyopia patients 2010-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672215null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Toric-IOLs-in-cataract-surgery/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672214?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 What guides a surgeon's choise? 2010-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672214null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Blue-light-filtering-lens-ndash-theory-versus-empi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672213?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Critical consideration based on the literature and studies 2010-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672213null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Evaluation-of-the-change-in-tear-osmolarity-after-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/672211?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Left untreated, dry eye can cause many problems in the post operative period. As many as 33 million adults may be undiagnosed 2010-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232010/672211null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CatRef+features/The-Add-On-IOL-approach-for-managing-challenging-c/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/665752?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Surgeons can now consider new treatment possibilities for patients that otherwise would have had limited options 2010-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/162010/665752null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/CatRef+features/Presbyopia-correction-through-monovision/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/665757?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Is monovision in your armamentarium? 2010-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/162010/665757null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Managing-ocular-surface-disease/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660952?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Tips and techniquess for cataract and refractive success: The dry eye connection. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112010/660952null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Dual-purpose-OVD-shields-endothelium-and-affords-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660947?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Ophthalmic viscosurgical devices are designed to facilitate safety and control during phacoemulsification. But not all OVDs are created equal... 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112010/660947null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Procedure-reshapes-cornea-using-microwave-technolo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660955?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A procedure that uses microwaves to alter corneal refraction may be alternative to LASIK in myopia patients 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112010/660955null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Correction-of-eye-rotations-around-the-optical-axi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660944?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Nowadays ophthalmic surgeons have several treatment options for astigmatism. In Dr Detlef Holland's refractive department toric IOL and LASIK are the main options used. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112010/660944null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Eyes-front/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660946?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 2009 heralded more interesting developments for ophthalmology. OTEurope asked some of Europe's leading key opinion leaders for their thoughts on the news and developments that generated most excitement or had most significance in the Cataract & Refractive sector 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112010/660946null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Newest-version-of-accommodating-IOL-delivers-impro/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660948?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Optic design modification enhances vision performance without degrading contrast sensitivity 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112010/660948null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Let-there-be-light/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/657491?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Bobby Qureshi, the first surgeon in the UK to carry out implant surgery using light adjustable lenses, he talks to OTEurope about the procedure 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/082010/657491null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Eyes-front/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/657487?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 2009 heralded more interesting developments for ophthalmology. OTEurope asked some of Europe's leading key opinion leaders for their thoughts on the news and developments that generated most excitement or had most significance in the Cataract & Refractive sector 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/082010/657487null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Which-IOL-to-choose/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647692?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A doctor's perspective on what influences IOL lens design. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647692null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Femtosecond-laser-Beyond-capsultomy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647699?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Several manufacturers are developing femtosecond laser technology as a tool for multiple applications in cataract surgery. Three surgeons, who presented at this year's ESCRS Congress look at its uses and results. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647699null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Laser-enables-fast-ablation-increases-safety-effic/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647695?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A superior refractive corneal correction can be achieved by the preservation of corneal tissue as well as optimization of ablation profiles that are better adapted to human sight. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647695null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/The-experience-of-international-surgery-mdash-a-bl/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647698?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Performing surgery in unfamiliar surroundings. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647698null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/One-piece-design-provides-additional-benefit-to-an/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647700?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A new Tecnis intraocular lens harnesses the ease of implantation of a one-piece implant design and combines it with a glistening-free hydrophobic acrylic material for another next generation IOL. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647700null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Dispersive-cohesive-OVD-performs-well-during-all-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647690?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 One surgeon's preference for an ophthalmic viscosurgical device of 1.6% sodium hyaluronate was reinforced by a study that found it superior to another OVD during phaco and OVD removal 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647690null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/New-dual-optic-accommodating-IOL/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647681?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 An accommodating lens has the potential to provide functional vision at all distances in a seamless continuum and overcome dysphotopsias. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647681null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Setting-yourself-up-for-success-in-refractive-surg/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647684?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 In the second of a two-part article Dr David Tanzer says that in today's US Navy the preferred refractive procedure today is wavefront-guided LASIK with a thin flap made with a femtosecond laser. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647684null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/New-Bimanual-Rhexis-technique-for-sub-1-mm-incisio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647688?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A new bimanual capsulorhexis technique, suing a specially developed instrument allowing a tri-dimensional, sub 1mm capsulorhexis with improved maintenance of the anterior chamber. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647688null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/EUREQUO---the-idea-and-the-execution/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647689?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Professor Mats Lundstrom, chairman of EUREQUO, talks to OTE about the project and its dissemination in Europe. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647689null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Phacomorphing-improves-lens-removal-efficiency/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647687?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A proprietary phacoemulsification system featuring fluidics control software that allows automatic switching from longitudinal ultrasound to transversal on recognition of occulsion and back again to longitudinal on occlusion break. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/502009/647687null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Setting-yourself-up-for-success-in-refractive-surg/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634029?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr David Tanzer explains that in order to achieve the best possible post-operative results with laser vision correction, thorough pre-operative examinations are a must. Patients should be carefully screened, comprehensive clinical work-ups must be carried out and detailed informed consent given. Then, and only then, will surgeons achieve the best results. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/422009/634029null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Three-surgeons-discuss-options-for-eyes-with-IFIS/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634033?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 An ophthalmic viscosurgical device is a helpful adjuvant in a multimodal approach for performing cataract surgery in patients with intraoperative floppy iris syndrome, according to three surgeons. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/422009/634033null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/My-Europia/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634028?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Myopia is a worldwide public health problem and the underlying mechanisms of its development are still unclear. Currently the key challenge is to attract, train and retain young researchers to the field. The European Research Training Network 'MY EUROPIA' adresses these urgent challenges, by innovative and attractive training and networking possibilities and by the establishment of closer private-public partnership links. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/422009/634028null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/OVD-choices-mean-optimised-outcomes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634034?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Stephen Lane believes that the large variety of available ophthalmic viscosurgical devices now allows the surgeon to tailor the surgery to meet any specific needs a patient may have. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/422009/634034null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Tip-and-technique-modifications-enhance-biaxial-ph/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634030?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A new phaco tip (Fine Ozil Tip, MicroSurgical Technology) for use with a proprietary handpiece (Ozil, Alcon Laboratories) improves the safety and efficiency of phacoemulsification using torsional ultrasound with a biaxial microincisional technique. Modification of the phaco parameters improves chopping and segment removal. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/422009/634030null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/A-new-approach-to-multifocal-lens-technology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626897?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Professor Auffarth of Heidelberg University Eye Clinic reports on the results of his implantation of the LENTIS Mplus and explains how the lens works using a new unique optical principle. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/382009/626897null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Accommodative-IOL-implantation-An-experts-point-of/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626895?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 An interview with Dr Mark Tomalla about his experience with the Crystalens HD IOL. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/382009/626895null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/The-patients-new-perspective/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626899?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Patients share their postoperative experiences and the dramatic changes in their lives bought about by undergoing refractive lens surgery. Patients had either high myopia, hyperopia and/or severe astigmatism and each received the AT.LISA 366D, a one-piece, 4 haptic multifocal IOL and each has found a new lease of life. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/382009/626899null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/XXVII-Congress-of-the-ESCRS/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617082?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A preview of this year's ESCRS congress in Barcelona. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617082null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Gender-differences-in-patient-satisfaction-after-m/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617083?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Does gender make a difference to patient satisfaction? 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617083null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Artificial-tear-preferences-in-post-LASIK-patients/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617079?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Examining how best to treat dry eye in LASIK patients. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617079null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Regimen-change-cuts-eye-drops-use-in-half/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617078?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 How hyaluronic acid-based eye drops can help repair nerve damage. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617078null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/The-technology-of-phaco-a-doctors-verdict/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617077?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Latest technology for cataract surgery. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617077null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/In-the-blink-of-an-eye/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617081?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 How to retain mositure on the ocular surface 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617081null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Accommodative-IOLs-must-be-based-on-proper-science/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617080?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A look at the science behind accommodation and how it must be understood properly in order to create effective lenses 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322009/617080null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/New-research-points-to-progress-on-the-HOA-front/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601429?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Examining why wavefront guided ablation provides the best optical results in the majority of patients. 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232009/601429null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Aberration-comparison-between-two-silicone-lenses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601435?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A comparison of two silicone lenses; the Staar KS3-Ai pre-loaded and the Tecnis Z9002 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232009/601435null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/RNFL-thickness-after-LASIK-LASEK-and-PRK/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601433?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Does transient IOP elevation prevent doctors from submitting patients to refractive procedures? 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232009/601433null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Initial-experience-with-a-toric-lens/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601432?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Implanting toric IOLs during phacoemulsification. 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232009/601432null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Can-variable-IOL-diameter-result-in-improved-fitti/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/598238?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A common problem associated with cataract surgery is deviation from target refraction. This study examines whether variable IOL diameter can result in improvements. 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/202009/598238null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Can-you-reduce-oxidative-stress-during-phaco/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/598232?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Assessing whether certain surgical methods can minimize exposing the eye to oxidation during phacoemulsification/ 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/202009/598232null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Pain-perceptions-during-cataract-surgery/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/598234?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A study comparing pain perception during cataract surgery with and without the use of lidocaine. 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/202009/598234null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/How-to-perform-the-best-incision-in-MICS/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590442?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Gilles Lesieur asks: Do disposable microincision knives or diamond knives provide patients with the best postoperative visual outcome? 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/142009/590442null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Chamber-stability-in-modern-cataract-extraction/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590445?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Randall Olson looks at the results of head-to-head testing of the latest phacoemulsification machines. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/142009/590445null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Is-microincisional-surgery-really-the-best-option/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590443?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 The trend for microincisional procedures is escalating. Dr Boris Malyugin compares SICS and C-MICS. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/142009/590443null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/The-perfect-phacorefractive-combination/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590444?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Many patients undergoing phacoemulsification want more than simply cataract extraction. Dr Detlev Breyer says that advances in surgical technique and IOL design have made it possible to satisfy most patients' requirements. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/142009/590444null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Perfecting-refractive-surgery-with-eye-drops/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587355?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Although refractive procedures are wide-ranging — from refractive laser surgery all the way through to cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation — the sensation of dry eye is common to all. 2009-03-18T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/122009/587355null HTML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Comparing-aspheric-IOLs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584950?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 George Beiko compares AMO's Tecnis and Alcon's IQ aspheric IOLs to establish which model provides the best vision. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/102009/584950/BEIKO_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/The-squarest-edge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585198?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Mayank Nanavaty & David Spalton evaluate 17 brands of IOL to discover which has the sharpest "square" edge. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/102009/585198/NANAVATY_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Epi-LASIK-has-helped-differentiate-my-practice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584951?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Jordan Kassoff explains why Epi-LASIK now accounts for nearly 100% of his laser vision correction procedures. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/102009/584951/KASSOFF_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Dating-with-strabismus/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584957?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Daniel Mojon studies how strabismus affects the sufferer's ability to find a romantic partner. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/102009/584957/MOJON_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Light-adjustable-lenses-provide-tailor-made-refrac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584949?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Pablo Artal discusses the use of light-adjustable lenses to increase the predictability of postop refractive outcomes. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/102009/584949/ARTAL_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Why-should-aspheric-lenses-be-your-first-choice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578673?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Professor Günther Grabner, MD compares Carl Zeiss Meditec's new XL Stabi ZO with its spherical equivalent, the XL Stabi Sky. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/052009/578673/GRABNER_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Customizing-the-LASIK-flap/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578672?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Performing LASIK surgery that is customized for each eye can offer more pleasing outcomes in terms of both patient safety and comfort, claims Kerry K. Assil, MD. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/052009/578672/ASSIL_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Comparing-intraoperative-LASIK-flap-complications/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578671?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Jay Dermott discusses complications that can ensue during microkeratome and femtosecond flap creation and considers how to apply lessons in clinical practice. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/052009/578671/DERMOTT_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Flap-adhesion-under-the-spotlight/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578670?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Professor Michael Knorz discusses his experiments on the adhesion strength of flaps, comparing the femtosecond with the microkeratome. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/052009/578670/KNORZ_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Preloaded-systems-compared/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/573880?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Optic or haptic damage has previously accounted for over 14% of intraoperative foldable lens explantations. However, an increasing focus on operating procedure standardization and strict guidelines regarding the reuse of materials have led to a rising trend in the use of disposable materials. 2009-01-08T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/022009/573880null HTML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Should-we-be-cutting-a-flap-at-all-NO/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/569640?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Whether the stromal flap is thin or thick is irrelevant; it will never heal fully. 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/492008/569640null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+clinical/Are-blue-light-filtering-IOLs-necessary-YES/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/569637?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 There are those who say that blue or violet light actually benefits the eye. If this is true, we must have evolved really badly. 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/492008/569637null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Should-we-be-cutting-a-flap-at-all-YES/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/569639?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 I do not believe that safe and effective SBK can be performed with a microkeratome. 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/492008/569639null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+clinical/Are-blue-light-filtering-IOLs-necessary-NO/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/569638?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Claiming that blue light is harmful and should be blocked is nothing more than a marketing ploy backed by absurd arguments. 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/492008/569638null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/CatRef+features/Gluing-posterior-IOLs-in-place/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562652?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Amar Agarwal and team describe a technique for adhering sutureless scleral-fixated IOLs with a biological fibrin sealant glue. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/442008/562652/Agarwal_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/State-of-the-art-SBK-with-a-microkeratome/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556888?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Outcomes are equivalent to or better than femtosecond procedures, says Dr Richard Duffey 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/412008/556888/Duffy-fig3_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/The-forgotten-symptom-dry-eye-in-cataract-patients/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556886?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Marguerite McDonald believes preoperative treatment of dry eye limits complications 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/412008/556886null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Neuroadaptation-amp-its-role-in-multifocal-IOL-out/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556887?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr George Beiko advises on how to prepare patients for the gradual postoperative changes 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/412008/556887/Beiko-fig1_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Postoperative-low-vision-whats-your-obligation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556889?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Don't deny patients access to care known to be effective say Ken Bradley & Timothy Gels 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/412008/556889/Bradley-fig1_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/MICS-phaco-machines-how-far-have-they-come/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548541?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A review of the latest technologies to be used during micro-incision cataract surgery (MICS) 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548541null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Lens-tilt-amp-decentration-measurements-made-easy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548539?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Frank Schaeffel & Dr Hakan Kaymak discuss a new device that measures tilt and decentration of the crystalline lens in both phakic eyes of healthy subjects. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548539/Schaeffel-fig1_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Artiflex-Toric-will-it-hit-the-mark/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548537?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Promising early results indicate new phakic IOL could win the support of surgeons, according to Dr Camille Budo. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548537null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Hydrophilic-vs-hydrophobic-which-is-the-better-opt/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548535?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Christophe Chassain believes blue-blocking square-edged hydrophilic lenses are just as safe as their hydrophobic counterparts 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548535/Chassain-fig1_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/MICS-the-European-picture/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548540?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Feature includes: statistics providing a true picture of the number of European surgeons practising MICS; interviews with European experts; why you should adopt the technique; product showcase. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548540/Conts_Dolls_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Are-all-square-edged-lenses-equally-square/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548534?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Liliana Werner believes that it is the shape of an IOL edge, rather than the material from which it is made, that determines the likelihood of PCO. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548534null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Creating-the-18-mm-coaxial-MICS-solution/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548533?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Terence Devine details the unique attributes of Bausch & Lomb's Stellaris MICS platform for 1.8 mm coaxial MICS 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548533null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/How-to-create-a-stable-incision/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548536?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 By considering geometry, tissue properties and histology, Dr Paul Ernest outlines qualities of a well-constructed wound. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/372008/548536null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Survey-assesses-life-quality-for-adults-with-strab/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/530282?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A 20-item questionnaire is expected to be useful for evaluating the health-related quality of life of adults with strabismus and practical application in a clinical setting. The patient-derived questionnaire assesses both psychosocial and functional aspects of strabismus. 2008-07-21T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/292008/530282null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Unravelling-accommodation-theories/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533575?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Assistant Professor Alexis Tsorbatzoglou and Professor Andras Berta discuss the various theories presented to define the mechanism of accommodation. 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322008/533575/String_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/My-way-to-Epi-LASIK/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533558?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Josef Reiter describes his reasons for increasing his number of Epi-LASIK procedures. 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322008/533558null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Customizing-the-LASIK-flap/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533569?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Dr Perry Binder discusses advances in femtosecond technology that are taking us a step closer to the ideal. 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322008/533569null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/A-non-invasive-intrastromal-treatment-for-presbyop/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533556?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 This technique, using a femtosecond laser, has been shown to improve ?near vision in presbyopes, according to Dr Luis Antonio Ruiz. 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322008/533556null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/LASICAT-one-way-to-the-satisfied-patient/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533568?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A combination of procedures could be best option for some patients, claims Dr Volker Rasch. 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/322008/533568null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Study-evaluates-safety-of-intracameral-moxifloxaci/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/526209?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 The safety of intracameral moxifloxacin (Vigamox, Alcon Laboratories) for post cataract surgery endophthalmitis prophylaxis was investigated in a prospective, randomized, controlled study. Statistical analyses of multiple postoperative outcome measures demonstrated no significant differences between patients who received intracameral moxifloxacin and controls treated with intracameral balanced salt solution. 2008-06-30T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/262008/526209null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Psychology-impacts-heavily-on-surgical-outcomes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/520995?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 The psychological outlook of patients has an enormous influence on their perception of quality of life after cataract surgery, even if the visual outcome is poor. 2008-06-02T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/232008/520995null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Corneal-collagen-crosslinking-can-help-post-LASIK-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/518068?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Study of the use of collagen crosslinking with riboflavin has been limited. Early experience with this technique, however, suggests it safely increases corneal rigidity and limits ectasia progression. 2008-05-28T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/212008/518068null HTML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Multifocal-IOL-implantation-in-post-LASIK-eyes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513733?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 With the increasing number of multifocal and accommodative intraocular lens (IOL) implantations being carried out, cataract surgery is fast becoming another form of refractive surgery. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/182008/513733null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/The-multifocal-cornea-offering-better-vision-to-pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513732?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 The author proposes a new method for the correction of refractive residual defects for eye with monofocal pseudophakia in order to achieve spectacle independence. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/182008/513732null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/We-have-microincisions-amp-now-we-have-a-suitable-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507180?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 I have been so impressed with the aspheric optics and good centration of the Akreos MI60 that I use it as my first choice for implantation; including in patients with visual-critical occupations such as aviators and air traffic controllers 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/142008/507180null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/Identifying-early-ectatic-disease-accurately/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502316?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Sreening for early ectatic disease is essential in the evaluation of the refractive surgical candidate. There have, however, been many cases of severe post-LASIK ectasia without evidence of preoperative risk factors. Improving preoperative screening with better detection of subtle corneal topographic abnormalities may therefore help eliminate these rare but devastating cases. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112008/502316null XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Debate-continues-on-role-of-incision-type-in-endop/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503256?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 Cataract surgeons agree that proper incision construction is paramount for achieving good postoperative stability that will reduce the risk for endophthalmitis. The safety of the clear cornea incision technique versus use of other incision types remains controversial, however. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/122008/503256/Webscalpel_flash.jpg HTML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Refractive+clinical/LASIK-outcomes-are-optimized-thanks-to-advances-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503063?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 LASIK in 2007 represents a wonderful world that can provide excellent efficacy, safety, and stability. 2008-02-15T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112008/503063/Conts-Max_flash.jpg XML http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/Cataract+Clinical/Cataract-gene-discovery-may-aid-in-finding-non-sur/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503069?contextCategoryId=47394&ref=25 A new cataract gene's location and defect in the coding region was discovered. 2008-02-15T05:00:00Z http://www.oteurope.com/ophthalmologytimeseurope/data/articlestandard/ophthalmologytimeseurope/112008/503069/DNA_flash.jpg HTML