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Ocular Therapeutix
ReSure Sealant
ocutx.com
(877) 628-8998
Pricing:
5-unit box, $500; 10-unit box, $900.
FYI:
Ophthalmic surgeons try to avoid
suturing corneal incisions after cataract
surgery. They're usually self-sealing, for
one thing. In addition, suturing can affect astigmatism correction outcomes, can
be uncomfortable for patients, and has to be removed. Sometimes closure is
necessary, however, to prevent fluid leakage. This first-of-its-kind ocular surgical
glue is a safe and easy alternative for adult patients. The sealant gel is formed by
mixing 2 liquids immediately before use, then applying it to the cornea. It dis-
solves in a week, dissipated by tears.
O P H T H A L M O L O G Y
W
aveTec Vision's ORA intra-
operative guidance system
is on a lot of eye surgery
centers' wish lists. It was apparently
on Alcon's, too: The ophthalmic man-
ufacturer announced plans last
month to acquire the company and
its diagnostic technology. Financial
details were not disclosed.
The ORA System collects wave-
front data during cataract and refrac-
tive surgery to provide physicians
TECH DEAL
Alcon to Purchase WaveTec Vision's ORA System
CATCH THE WAVE Alcon plans to add
WaveTec's ORA System to its suite of
cataract refractive technology.
