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New approach to keratoplasty may be better for patients with iris implants

Posted on Oct 26, 2011 by Aniridia Network

A study has found that Descemet’s stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK) can be better than penetrating keratoplasty in eyes with an artificial iris. In eyes with partial or complete aniridia it helps restore clarity of corneas and may mean quicker improvement … Continue reading →

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Capsular Tension Rings and Aniridia Rings in Pediatric Cataract surgery: A Case Series

Posted on Aug 15, 2011 by Aniridia Network

Here are some slides detailing a medical study into the success of implants for aniridia patients. Credit: The original slideshow and transcript We also recently came across a page showing the various implants made by Morcher available for people with aniridia. … Continue reading →

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Seminar about unlicensed treatments such as melatonin

Posted on Jun 7, 2011 by Aniridia Network

Following our recent posts about melatonin we have news of a upcoming event about unlicensed and off-label treatments – which melatonin is, Patients Involved in NICE (PIN) in collaboration with RNIB, will be holding a seminar looking at the impact using unlicensed treatment has … Continue reading →

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Central Auditory Processing Disorder presentation

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Aniridia Network

Central Auditory Processing Disorder ([C]APD) affects learning has been linked to the same gene which causes aniridia. Expert Dr Doris Bamiou talked and answered questions about it at our 2011 conference. Below are the slides and a recording of her … Continue reading →

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