Retina Foundation's Eye Care Blog

AVRTT 2012 - Announcement

2011-12-13T22:37:00.000-08:00

Have a Safe and Peaceful Diwali

2011-10-22T02:50:00.000-07:00

Changing The Focus - Mid Year CME

2011-07-23T01:00:00.000-07:00

Changing The Focus 2011 - Retina Foundation's Mid Year CME for Ophthalmologists

2011-07-04T20:31:00.000-07:00

Eye Research Centre and Retina Foundation are pleased to announce 2011's Mid Year CME Program for Eye Surgeons and Ophthalmologists on topics of current interest.

We have an excellent faculty from around the country to make it a very educative, informative and interesting program.

Please go through the details above. Kindly click on image to enlarge it.

We request you to register early to book your seat . For registration please contact Ms Meera Zala on meera@retinafoundation.com .

CME Secetariat

Dr Ashish Nagpal

Centre For Corneal Disease and Surgery,

Retina Foundation and Eye Research Center

Near Underbridge,

Shahibaug, Ahmedabad- 380004

Phone : 22865566, 22865537

CME Venue :

The Metropole Hotel,

Near RTO Circle,

Ahmedabad

http://www.themetropolehotel.co.in/

Ophthalmologists (Part Time / Full Time ) Wanted for Our Refractive Centre

2011-05-21T13:23:00.000-07:00

Keratoconus - Some Useful Online Resources

2011-03-05T05:03:00.000-08:00

Global Keratoconus Foundation - provides global information about keratoconus and focusses specially on cornea surgery sparing treatments and alternatives.

What is Keratoconus - from the US Library Of Medicine Information

a basic guide to keratoconus

National Keratoconus Foundation - a US based foundation dedicated to providing information about keratoconus to patients and their relatives
The National Keratoconus Foundation was founded in 1986 by Morry and Rita Pynoos when their son was diagnosed with keratoconus. At that time, there was no organization established which would provide guidance and information about what life was like with keratoconus. There was little information available and no way to contact others with this condition.

Kerasoft Contact Lenses for Keratoconus - Patient Testimonials

A collections of video testimonials of patients benefitted by the award winning kerasoft contact lenses for keratoconus patients.

If you come across any other useful online resources for keratoconus patients please do put some other useful links in the comments column , thanks

Happy Kite Flying (but with your Sunglasses on please !!!)

2011-01-13T01:18:00.000-08:00

Happy Makar Sakrant to all and Happy Uttrayan !!!!

While you and your family enjoy yourself on the terrace flying kites here's a small request to wear your Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the harsh and harmful rays of the sun.

And also while your eyes will be on the little kids to make sure that they dont get hurt by the sharp threads please do make sure that their eyes are also protected by Sunglasses with good quality UV protection.

Have a good time!!

Have a Great Year Ahead !!!

2010-12-25T23:19:00.000-08:00

Sirius- The Combined Placido and Schiempflug Corneal Topographer installed

2010-11-25T23:16:00.000-08:00

The Sirius Topographer ( CSO, Italy) was installed at Cornea Services, Retina Foundation this month. Its amongst the first installation of the advanced anterior segment topography plus tomography system in India.

Sirius - Complete Anterior Segment Imaging System

Sirius , CSO - click image to enlarge

It helps provide a very detailed analysis of the cornea , both the anterior curvature and posterior curvature as it analyses almost 1,00,000 points on both the front and back surface of the cornea in 2 seconds. By combining both the systems of Schiempflug imaging ( popularly known as Pentacam) and the established Placido imaging it provides an edge over other systems of imaging the cornea.

click image to enlarge

It shall further help in better screening and earlier identification of KERATCONUS patients , monitoring of Crosslinked Keratoconus patients as well as monitoring and screening for LASIK and ICL ( Implantable Contact Lens) candidates.

6 map customizable display- click image to enlarge

It also has built in software for anterior segment analysis useful for glaucoma, cataract density, contact lens fitting, corneal altimetry etc.

Dr Ashish Nagpal, Cornea Services, Retina Foundation also informs that it is named after Sirius - the brightest star in the night sky. He adds that the Sirius's advanced technical features like image processing, rapid data capture, Corneal Altimetry software and a seperate pupillometry and densitometry camera truly shall make it live up to its name in the arena of anterior segment tomography devices.

Have a Safe Diwali Everyone

2010-11-04T05:11:00.000-07:00

Eye Flu - Conjunctivitis - Eye Care Tips and Truths

2010-09-06T23:58:00.000-07:00

- VIRAL Conjunctivitis or EYE FLU is spreading throughoutGujarat rapidly and we have to protect ourselves from it and also control itsspread.

TIPS TOPREVENT EYE FLU

- Wash your hands frequently.

- Do not touch or rub your eyes.

THINGS TO DOIF YOU HAVE EYE FLU

- SEE AN EYE SPECIALIST IMMEDIATELY TO START APPROPRIATE EYE DROPS.

DO NOT START EYE DROPS TAKEN WITHOUT Doctor’s PRESCRIPTION FROM A CHEMIST as they may containsteroids and which can cause further problems.

- Wash your hands frequently throughout the day.

- Keep your towels, handkerchiefs, bedsheets separate to avoid any familymember from getting infection.

- Avoid touching your eyes during conjunctivitis.

- Eye Flu does not spread by looking into someone’s eyes, but it’s a goodidea to wear sunglasses to prevent touching your eyes and comfort from sun ,dust etc.

- Discontinue contact lenses use immediately.

- Avoid swimming if you have Conjunctivitis.

- Excessive watering should be cleaned with tissue and tissues should bediscarded.

- There should be no sharing of eye drops amongst family members.

- Avoid going to public places during conjunctivitis.

- Consult an Eye Specialist /Ophthalmologist if you have decrease in vision, discharge or increase in swelling while taking any medicine forconjunctivitis.

Please Note that these are general precautions to be taken for eye flu/ viral conjunctivitis and are issued in public interest , a pink eye can be caused by other infections eye problems as well and the best treatment can be judged by your eye specialist/ ophthalmologist only. Do not use these guidelines for self treatment.

Understanding Laser Vision Correction at myOptiLASIK.com

2010-06-14T07:36:00.000-07:00

OptiLASIK for your eyes .....click for complete brochure

visit www.myoptilasik.com

Kerasoft IC - a breakthrough soft lens for Keratoconus and Irregular Corneas

2010-06-02T00:42:00.000-07:00

These are unique and super confortable contact lenses meant for those who have Keratoconus or Scarred /Irregular Corneas and are not able to tolerate semisoft lenses. (The IC stands for Irregular Corneas.)

They have changed the way we manage all Keratoconus patients especially once they have undergone Corneal Collagen Crosslinking and have stable keratoconus and are now looking at improving their vision with lenses.

They are also a useful alternative for people who have had corneal injury or keratoplasty and have slightly irregular corneas and need to wear semisoft/ RGP lenses for better vision.

You can see some video testimonials of patients here.

For more information you can also visit their corporate website at http://www.kerasoft.co.uk/patient-info/ or contact us at eyes@retinafoundation.com

KeraSoft IC Lenses are currently available in Gujarat only at Cornea Services, Retina Foundation , Ahmedabad and WaveLase Eye Centre , Ahmedabad.

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Some Basic Information On Kerasoft IC from their website

KeraSoft® IC; a ground-breaking IC lens designed to give an effective and comfortable alternative to rigid GP lenses.

Manufactured with a unique front surface prismatic toric design the KeraSoft® IC reliably corrects high levels of astigmatism
(up to -15.00DC) and also masks corneal distortion.

Patients currently wearing GP lenses are often limited to an average wear-time of 6 hours per day but now, by wearing KeraSoft® IC, they can have the freedom of enjoying up to 18 hours per day of clear, comfortable vision.Award-winning Wavefront optics provide enhanced visual acuity.

Fully Tailor-made

Periphery is configurable to suit the individual eye
Sector Management to fit even the most complex corneal distortions
Optional reverse geometry on steep peripheral fits
Tailor-made to meet the needs of the individual eye

Keratoconus - is like being Blinded with Light !!

2010-05-25T03:06:00.000-07:00

Patient Information Brochure for Keratoconus , a debilitating corneal condition affecting young children adolescents and adults as well.

For a perspective on how people who have keratoconus see the world with distorted view can be judged by the image below.

Please click on brochure above for enlarging it

Retina Foundation at the Vith World Cornea Congress , Boston, USA

2010-05-14T06:08:00.000-07:00

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The World Cornea Congress is an international community of corneal specialists (both clinicians and basic scientists) which meets only every five years to review the accomplishments of the previous years and develop ideas for the coming years; it is the largest single gathering of individuals in the Cornea specialty.

Retina Foundation's - Cornea Services two presentations by Dr Ashish Nagpal on Advanced Endothelial Keratoplasty in over 80 Indian Eyes and by Dr Sandeep Arora on Herpes Simplex Necrotic Viral Keratitis has been accepted and presented at VIth World Cornea Congress to be held in Boston , Massachusetts, USA from 7th to 9th April, 2010.

http://wccvi.abstractsnet.com/acover.wcs?entryid=000266

Poster on DSEK in Indian Eyes now Online

Holi - The Festival Of Colors

2010-02-26T21:58:00.000-08:00

Retina Foundation at the All India Ophthalmological Congress, 2010, Kolkatta

2010-02-25T01:36:00.000-08:00

Dr P N Nagpal, Dr Manish Nagpal, Dr Ashish Nagpal at the All India Ophthalmological Congress 2010, held at Science City , Kolkatta, January 2010 where they presented various instruction courses, workshops and papers in their specialities.

Retina Foundation Film on " Coat's Disease" wins the prestigious American Society of Retina Specialists Award

2010-02-10T22:48:00.000-08:00

You can preview this award winning movie on Coats Disease, by Dr Manish Nagpal and Dr Pravin Jain here

AVRTT - 20th December 2009 - Live Surgery from Retina Foundation Operation Theatre Complex

2009-12-21T20:33:00.000-08:00

Dr Pravin Dugel during the Live VR Surgery Session on the Constellation Vision System - interacting with audience from RF OT Complex.

Dr Manish Nagpa l demonstrating the finer aspects of VitreoRetinal Surgery with Alcon Constellation Vision System during the Live Surgery demonstration from the state of the art - HEPA Class 10000 Retina Foundation Operation Theatre Complex

2ND ADVANCED VITREO RETINAL TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY (AVRTT) - FINAL PROGRAM DETAILS

2009-12-18T01:32:00.001-08:00

2^ND ADVANCED VITREO RETINAL TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY

(AVRTT)

19^th -20^th Dec, 2009,

RETINA FOUNDATION

VENUE : HOTEL METROPOLE

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Evaluate the latest techniques in vitreo retinal surgery

To manage complex retinal detachments and PVRcases

Compare the current treatment options and controversies in the management of ARMD and Diabetic Retinopathy using laser, antiVEGF therapy and surgery

Identify the latest innovations in surgical techniques and instrumentation especially the small gauge surgery and showcasing the new generation vitrectomy machine

Discuss new advances in ocular imaging techniques

2^ND ADVANCED VITREO RETINAL TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY (AVRTT)

19^th -20^th Dec, 2009,

FINAL PROGRAM

SATURDAY (DAY 1) 19^th DEC, 2009

REGISTRATION 7.30 AM ONWARDS

8.40 AM Introduction - P N Nagpal : 5 Min

8.47AM Introduction of faculty/AVRTT- Manish Nagpal : 10 Min

SESSION 1 9.00 – 11.00 (ARMD & Vascular pathologies)

1. Update on ARMD therapy: Combination therapy, high speed ICG and feeder vessel treatment, suprachoroidal drug delivery systems - Gaurav Shah : 15 Min

2. New Treatment Strategies for Neovascular AMD and DME including new drug delivery devices, such as the Ivation implant and the Illuvien implant - Pravin Dugel : 15 Min

3. MTOR Inhibition in Neovascular AMD and DME - Pravin Dugel : 10 Min

4. Radiation Treatment for Neovascular AMD - Pravin Dugel : 15 Min

5. Is there a role of subretinal surgery in the era of Anti VEGF’s or as an adjunct to them – Manish Nagpal : 8 Min

6. Role of Anti VEGF’s non ARMD conditions including ROP - Alay Banker : 12 Min

(45 MIN FOR DISCUSSION, INTERACTION TIME)

COFFEE BREAK 11.00 - 11.30

SESSION 2 11.35 - 1.35

VR SURGERY : TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY

1. Down memory lane: Where we began….And where we are - P N Nagpal

: 10 Min

2. Introduction to the cutting edge : Constellation - Michael Cardamone : 10 Min

3. New parameters in vitreoretinal surgery: Cut rate, duty cycle, and gauge selection - Pravin Dugel : 20 Min

4. 23 g surgery: Expanding indications and limitations including wound construction - Gaurav Shah : 15 Min

5. Our experience with exploring the new generation vitrectomy system including port dynamics of different gauges - Manish Nagpal : 15 Min

6. Vitrectomy for complex PDR Cases including role of preparatory Anti VEGF injections - Hemanth Murthy : 15 Min

(35 MIN FOR DISCUSSION, INTERACTION TIME)

LUNCH : 1.35 – 2.35

SESSION 3 2.40 – 5.00

(EXTREME VR SURGERY, LASERS AND IMAGING)

(Tea / Coffee would be served on your seats at 4.00 p.m.)

1. Spectral domain OCT : Present status - Gaurav Shah : 15 Min

2. PASCAL Laser : Are we reducing collateral damage - Sangita Jain : 12 Min

3. Critical evaluation of New techniques and Technology – P N Nagpal : 15 Min

4. Large retinectomies for PVR - Anil Patil : 6 min

5. Role of Heavy Silicon Oil in PVR cases - S Natarajan : 15 Min

6. Role of silicon oil in Endophthalmitis - Pravin Jain : 6 min

7. Silicon oil removal : Factors affecting redetachments - Rituraj Videkar : 6 Min

8. Vitrectomy for Complex cases - Manish Nagpal : 15 Min

(50 MIN DISCUSSION, INTERACTION TIME)

FREE EVENING

SUNDAY (DAY 2) 20^th DEC, 2009

SESSION 4 8.30 AM

1. Multifocal IOLs related visualisation problems for retinal surgeons while doing pucker/ILM peel procedures - Gaurav Shah : 5 min

2. Failed buckles versus Vitrectomy - Gaurav Shah : 5 Min

3. Tips and Tricks in MIVS - Pravin Dugel : 20 Min

9.15 – 12.00 LIVE SURGERY (2-3 cases)

SURGEONS : PRAVIN DUGEL, MANISH NAGPAL

MODERATORS:

AT RF THEATRES : PRAVIN DUGEL, MANISH NAGPAL

AT METROPOLE : GAURAV SHAH, HEMANTH MURTHY,

S NATARAJAN

INTERESTING VIDEOS BY FACULTY AS WELL AS SOME PRE CHOOSEN VIDEOS FROM DELEGATES WOULD BE SHOWN IN BETWEEN THESE SURGERIES

MODERATOR : DR MUDIT BANSAL

12.00 – 1.30 : INTERACTIONS/QUESTIONS

1.30 LUNCH AND PROGRAM ADJOURNS

Dr Manish Nagpal receives award from His Holiness the Dalai Lama

2009-12-14T00:57:00.000-08:00

HisHoliness the Dalai Lama presenting Dr Manish Nagpal with the Best PaperAward at the Vitreo Retinal Society Of India Congress held in November 2009 at Himachal Pradesh .

Retina Foundation feels proud and congratulates Dr Manish Nagpal for this prestigious award .

Constellation Vision System Installed in Retina Foundation - another feather in the cap

2009-11-30T01:31:00.000-08:00

The State Of the Art In Eye Care Systems - Alcon's Constellation Vision System was installed in early November 2009 at the Retina Foundation Operation Theatre -III Complex .

The Constellation is the World's No. 1 machine for 23G and 25 G Vitreoretinal Surgery .This marks a new era in Sutureless Surgery and carries forward the Retina Foundation tradition of providing the very best and the latest to our patients.

This system has combined capabilities to perform advanced suturelessvitreo retinal surgery, Ozil - torsional phacoemulsification for cataract surgery andRetinal Lasers with endo-laser facility for diabetic retinopathy and managing complicated retinal detachment cases.

Please Prevent Eye Injuries This Diwali !!!

2009-10-16T01:51:00.000-07:00

A Few Tips for Preventing Injuries at Home during Diwali:

1. Store your fireworks safely:In a closed box, somewhere cool and dry, out of reach of children and animals and away from all sources of heat, until the time they're needed. Locked away is best. Don't keep the box under the stairs or in a passageway.

2.Think ahead and be prepared: Before you start, make sure you'll be giving yourself enough room in a safe place to get to and from your box of fireworks while the display is going on.

3.Have a full bucket of water handy for any emergency, and for putting used sparklers into.

4.If possible do try to get together with some other families, try to go to the home with the biggest open space and safest surroundings.

5.Never try to re-ignite the fireworks that don’t light in the first instance. Never give ANY firework item to small children. Never throw fireworks at another person. Never carry fireworks in your pocket. Never shoot fireworks from metal or glass containers. Never experiment, modify, or attempt to make your own fireworks.

6.Watch that person: Keep children well away from fireworks, and never let a child handle or light one . Even sparklers can be dangerous if unsupervised! Do not give sparklers to a child under five. Make sure that children are aware of the danger.

Please Have a Safe Diwali and Take Care Of Children while they are playing with Fire Crackers ...

Time to Open Your Eyes to Eye Donation .....

2009-08-25T07:26:00.000-07:00

So just how bad is the situation in India ? Open your eyes to this. Out of the 9,500,000 deaths that occurred in the country last year, only a mere 29,000 had opted for eye donations.

This is in contrast to the demand of about one million eyes per annum. Why this lack of concern?

Well, some experts like to believe that such a callous attitude on part of society is due to a lack of a concerted effort on a national scale by everyone who needs to be involved, namely, professionals, the media, Government, voluntary organizations and civil society at large. Then in India , there are huge superstitions and strange beliefs to contend with, especially in rural areas:

The belief that one will be born disfigured or blind in the next birth if eyes are removed before cremation / burial.
The misconception that the process of eye donation involves hassles like taking the dead person to the hospital and waiting for procedures
Finally, if consent and cooperation of family members/survivors is not there, then even an eye-pledge form from the donor is useless.

So it is time, people like YOU start making the difference.

It's time we all opened our eyes to eye donations....

If you wish to learn more you can visit www.idonation.in for more detailed information

Send an email to idonation@gmail.com with your

Name :

Age:

Sex:

Relatives/Spouse Name:

Address:

Pin Code:

Contact No:

and we can ask the Eye Bank to send you your "idonor card "

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2nd ADVANCED VITREO RETINAL TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY (AVRTT) 09

2009-08-04T23:30:00.000-07:00

19 th 20th Dec, 2009

RETINA FOUNDATION, AHMEDABAD

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is conducive for Vitreo retinal specialists and trainees to acquire an update on the latest techniques and technology of vitreo retina that are constantly evolving. It will also provide an opportunity for the training residents and general ophthalmologists to sneak a quick look of the progression in diagnostics and treatment options in the Vitreo retinal speciality. The Vitreo retinal specialist will obtain updates on the recent new development and management of Vitreo retinal diseases in this two day Vitreo Retinal symposium. Do not let this opportunity pass as Didactic lectures and video presentations will be given along with live surgical demonstrations showcasing the new developments. Also Preferred practice patterns would be surveyed and shared. Further adding to the stimulation, there will be discussion period for the audience to ask questions.

COURSE DIRECTORS

Dr Manish Nagpal FRCS and Prof P N Nagpal FACS

EMINENT GUEST FACULTY

PRAVIN DUGEL (USA) HEMANTH MURTHY (Bangalore)

GAURAV SHAH (USA) ALAY BANKER (Ahmedabad)

T P DAS (Bhubeneshwar) Michael Cardamone (Singapore)

S Natarajan (Mumbai) and Retina Foundation Faculty

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Evaluate the latest techniques in vitreo retinal surgery

To manage complex retinal detachments and PVRcases

Compare the current treatment options and controversies in the management of ARMD and Diabetic Retinopathy using laser, antiVEGF therapy and surgery

Identify the latest innovations in surgical techniques and instrumentation especially the small gauge surgery and showcasing the new generation vitrectomy machine

Discuss new advances in ocular imaging techniques

THIS IS JUST AN ANNOUNCEMENT. DETAILS REGARDING PROGRAM AND REGISTRATION WOULD BE AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER . THERE IS LIMITED SEATING CAPACITY AND HENCE THOSE INTERESTED SHOULD WRITE TO US ON THE FOLLOWING E MAIL ID SO THAT WE COULD EVENTUALLY SEND YOU FURTHER DETAILS WHEN WE ARE READY IN SEPTEMBER

PLEASE CONTACT MEERA AT meera@retinafoundation.com / Call : 0091 79 22867982 / fax : 0091 79 22866381

Cornea Surgical Advances and Refractive Surgery Course 2009

2009-08-04T23:08:00.000-07:00

The 1st CSARSC 2009, at Retina Foundation 2009 conducted by the Cornea Services and WaveLase Eye Centre on 17th to 19th July 2009 was well appreciated and had over 86 delegates coming in from all over India, including Mumbai, Nagpur, Dehradun etc.

Apart from the discussions after the presentations there was a live surgery demonstration on 19th July Sunday, during which DMEK, Descemets' Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty Surgery, advanced corneal transplantation technique was done by Dr Rajesh Fogla, Hyderabad. Also Live Demonstration Of Phakic ICL technique was done by Dr Gaurav Luthra , Dehradun.

The course was preceeded by a Wet Lab on LASIK- Microkeratome and Phakic Implantable Contact Lens at the New World iCare - WaveLase Eye Centre, Ahmedabad.

Course Directors: Dr Ashish Nagpal FRCS and Dr Sandeep Arora

Visian ICL- Phakic Intraocular Lenses

2009-03-11T22:47:00.000-07:00

Visian ICL- or Phakic Intraocular Lenses

For decreased dependence on glasses or contact lenses for higher myopes who cannot undergo LASIK or Laser Refractive Vision Correction and also for cross linking stabilised keratoconus patients .

Dr Ashish Nagpal FRCS, our Cornea and Refractive Surgeon at Retina Foundation is currently the only certified Phakic ICL( IntraOcular "Contact Lens" )surgeon in the state Of Gujarat, India for this hi-definition procedure.

For more information regarding the Visian ICl you can visit their official website www.visianinfo.com

Retina Foundation and AsoPalov Eye Hospital now is also ISO- 9001-2008 Certification

2009-03-11T22:33:00.001-07:00

Another feather in the cap for Retina Foundation and Asopalov Eye Hospital Team and Staff - proud to be certified and given the latest certification and standard by the ISO, The ISO 9001:2008.

According to the ISO Website the ISO 9001:2008 specifies requirements for a quality management system where an organization

* needs to demonstrate its ability to consistently provide product that meets customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, and

* aims to enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for continual improvement of the system and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

Constellation Vision System visits Retina Foundation

2008-12-21T16:55:00.000-08:00

A few Photos from the ongoing Constellation Vision System ( Alcon) Evaluation at Retina Foundation .

For more details on the Constellation please visit this link

http://www.alconretina.com/products/constellation.asp

Corneal CrossLinking With Riboflavin For Keratoconus

2007-12-26T22:05:00.000-08:00

Collagen Cross-Linking with Riboflavin(also known as С3-R ,UVX and now CXL) -

A new hope for Keratoconus patients

There is finally some good news for patients with keratoconus and their physicians.

Corneal Collagen Cross-linking using Riboflavin involves application of Riboflavin drops to the cornea, followed by exposure of the cornea to low dose ultraviolet A light. The activated riboflavin induces collagen fibrils(glue that holds the body together) to thicken, stiffen, & re-attach i.e. cross-link to each other creating new bonds between the adjacent collagen molecules leading to increase in the rigidity and thereby rendering cornea less malleable.

Keratoconus, a ectatic corneal disease usually progresses in the younger age group

Earlier ,the only way to make the patient see better was by fitting special contact lenses, intracorneal rings or if all else failed a lamellar or full thickness corneal transplant.

These surgical treatments have their limitations and need for lifelong care and follow up.

This is the only procedure which eventually stops/ delays the progression of Corneal ectasia and this helps in stable fitting for Contact lenses and glasses and most importantly to delay and in come cases avoid a corneal transplant.

Advantages of CrossLinking Treatment with Riboflavin

· Causes an increase in corneal stiffness of the anterior 200-250 μm

· Deeper structures don‘t get damaged

· Simple one time treatment

· Halts the progress and causes some regression

· No injection , No stitches & No incisions as in Keratoplasty

· Quick & Easy treatment with low costs.

Cutting Edge Laser Technology available at RF

2007-12-26T04:49:00.000-08:00

PASCAL Multispot Laser Photocoagulator

For faster and more accurate treatment of various retinal and eye conditions .

(First Installation in India at Retina Foundation in September 2007.)

The PASCAL Photocoagulator is an integrated semi-automatic pattern scan laser photocoagulation system designed to treat ocular diseases using a single shot or predetermined pattern array.

Pascal photocoagulator also has [CE Mark] for international sale.

The Pascal method of photocoagulation was initially developed at Stanford University. OptiMedica founders worked together at Coherent, and based on their experience in the ophthalmic laser industry, recognized the need for improved safety, precision, comfort and speed of photocoagulation procedures for eye diseases.

In 2007, OptiMedica received the R&D 100 award for the Pascal Photocoagulator. The award recognizes the innovative technology as one of the top 100 products introduced to the marketplace in the last year.

The Pascal Photocoagulator was recognized with a 2007 Medical Design Excellence Award gold medal in the surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies category.