Alimera Sciences hopes that its Iluvien ™ insert will be effective against diabetic macular edema. Iluvien™ will release a steroid called fluocinalone acetonide (FA) after insertion into the eye. The Iluvien™ system will deliver the steroid for up to 3 years. It is anticipated that intraocular steroid release may control macular edema and improve vision. The company has a study … [Read more...]
Steroid Implant May Reduce Diabetic Retinal Edema
July 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In June, the FDA approved a new intraocular device for the treatment of so-called retinal vein occlusions. In this disease, the whole or partial venous tree of the retina becomes occluded. Secondary swelling of the macula occurs thereby reducing vision. Current therapy involves only laser treatment. This new drug delivery system, marketed by Allergan Pharmaceuticals, will be available later … [Read more...]
What is Standard of Care?
May 5, 2009 By 2 Comments
Believe it or not, doctors are highly regulated. Insurance companies tell us what and how much we can charge, government tells us everything from patient confidentiality to how to clean our dishwashers and we (with the help of lawyers) regulate ourselves by following the "standard of care." The standard of care is the preferred treatment that any other prudent health care provider (prudent … [Read more...]
