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Thursday, 03 July 2008


AcrySof ReSTOR Aspheric IOL
Alcon Laboratories
www.alcon.com
(800) 862-5266
FYI: The AcrySof ReSTOR Aspheric intraocular lens is the only presbyopia-correcting IOL to offer apodized diffractive and aspheric optic design. It is designed to optimally deliver light energy to the retina by distributing the appropriate amount of light to near and distance focal points, regardless of lighting. The IOL provides patients with a full range of vision, from near to far, without dependence on glasses.

Tecnis 1-Piece IOL (Model ZCB00)
Advanced Medical Optics
www.amo-inc.com
(714) 247-8200
FYI: The Tecnis 1-Piece IOL features the ProTec 360-degree edge with uninterrupted barrier edge to minimize cell migration onto the posterior capsule; no interruption at the haptic-optic junction; a frosted edge to minimize edge glare; three-point fixation for exceptional stability; hydrophobic acrylic material that blocks UV light; reduced center thickness; bag-friendly coplanar delivery; and gently unfolding haptics.

Stellaris Vision
Enhancement System
Bausch & Lomb
www.bauschsurgical.com
(800) 338-2020
FYI: The Stellaris Vision Enhancement System is ergonomically designed and customizable for vacuum or flow-based fluidics. The system features a wireless foot controller with dual-linear control, and ergonomic innovations including a six-crystal light-weight handpiece, large touch-screen user interface, easy-to-use graphics and many programmable settings. Stellaris lets surgeons optimize surgical technique, from standard coaxial to advanced sub-2mm coaxial or bimanual microincision cataract surgery.

Atomic Edge and Beaver Safety Knives; Visitec; and CustomEyes
BD Medical
www.bd.com
(201) 847-6800
FYI: BD Atomic Edge and BD Beaver Safety knives with an integrated protective shield are designed to protect healthcare workers from sharps injuries. BD Visitec single-use instruments include the following: Bonn forceps, capsulorhexis forceps, Macpherson forceps, eye speculums, needle holder, Vannas scissors, Westcott scissors, Buratto’s hook, Sinskey hook and straight micro-manipulator. BD CustomEyes is a custom surgery kit for any type of ophthalmic surgery including cataract, refractive, vitreoretinal, oculoplastic and glaucoma. CustomEyes offers reduced waste, consolidated inventory and convenience in the OR.

Devine Micro Capsulorhexis
Forceps (E2020 S)
Storz Instruments
www.storz.com
(800) 338-2020
FYI: The reduced-shaft diameter allows this forceps to be used through a 1.8mm coaxial phaco incision. The sharp tips perforate the capsule initiating the capsulorhexis. The curved shafts and round handle enhance control.

 
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