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IRIS MEDICAL OCULIGHT LASER
Iridex

Iridex Corporation manufactures the IRIS Medical OcuLight GL/GLx green (532 nm) solid-state lasers indicated for laser trabeculoplasty and retina photocoagulation procedures. Iridex says laser systems are widely accepted for their reliability, performance, ease of use, portability, and affordability. OcuLight systems offer a similar clinical response to argon lasers but don't have expensive installation or maintenance costs.

The OcuLight GL/GLx are compatible with a complete line of delivery devices including slit lamp adapters, laser indirect ophthalmoscopes, endoprobe handpieces, dermatology kit, and an integrated slit lamp workstation.

Phone: (800)388-4747
E-mail: info@iridex.com

SELECTA II
Lumenis

Lumenis recently developed the Selecta II Glaucoma Laser System for treating open-angle glaucoma. The Selecta II is equipped with a Q-switch that produces a 3-nanosecond pulse of light from a frequency-doubled Nd:YAG laser. Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) is an evolution in the surgical treatment of intraocular pressure (IOP) for open-angle glaucoma patients.

Phone: 877-LUMENIS (586-3647)
www.lumenis.com

SOLITAIRE PHOTOCOAGULATOR
Laserex

The Solitaire is a true green, 532-nm multipurpose photocoagulator for performing ALT and primary iridotomy. A dual fiber port allows the surgeon to select multiple delivery systems (slit lamp, LIO, or endoprobe) at the touch of a single button. The programmable procedure memory provides quick access to customized treatment parameters. The Solitaire is a small, plug-in system for convenient patient treatment of glaucoma and retina in the office or operating room.

Phone: (800) 824-7444
www.laserexsystems.com

THE VISULAS YAG III COMBI
Carl Zeiss Meditec

The Visulas YAG III Combi allows practitioners to switch between the YAG and coagulation lasers at the push of a button. The YAG laser achieves optical breakdown with 37% less energy than any other, reducing the risk of side effects based on optical breakdown in air of 2.5 mJ vs. 4 mJ, using exclusive Super-Gaussian beam profile. The coagulation laser has lower power density at the cornea, reducing the risk of corneal burns.

Phone: (800) 342-9821
www.meditec.zeiss.com

GYC-1000 GREEN LASER
Nidek

The Nidek GYC-1000 is a solid-sate compact design with a continuous wave 532-nm laser delivery system. This laser has 1.7-watt power on demand with a remote control module and plugs into a 110-volt wall outlet without any plumbing or complicated electrical connections.

This system adapts readily to Zeiss, Haag-Streit, or dedicated Nidek slit lamps. Optional BIO, endoprobe attachments and dual fiber capability are available, along with optional mounting kits. Power foot-pedal permits adjustment of energy setting without looking away from oculars. It provides up to 1.7-watts of energy to the eye and plugs into any wall outlet. There is a choice of moving or fixed filter for best visualization. The system features spot size adjustable down to 50 microns, permitting ALTs to be performed at standard parameters.

Phone: (800) 223-9044
www.nidek.com

VIRIDIS LASER
Quantel Medical

Quantel Medical introduces its Viridis laser. The 1.5-watt solid-state portable green laser has many delivery systems to meet all office and operating room needs.

Phone: (888) 660-6726
www.quantel.com

ENDOLASER
Medtronic Ophthalmics

Medtronic Ophthalmics now offers ENDOLaser fiber optic technology, providing surgeons who treat glaucoma with a powerful tool, which combines the modalities of light, image, and laser into single 20-gauge handpiece. This technology has now become the standard for performing endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation (ECP), to safely and effectively manage and control most types of glaucoma.

Phone: (800) 328-2518
www.medtronic.com

More Products & Services

The Lu Phaco PreChopper can be utilized for a standard 2.8-mm incision as well as a 1.4-mm microincision.

PRECHOPPER

The new Lu Phaco PreChopper is a single-handed cross-action instrument that has been designed for nucleus division through a small incision without the need for sculpting. The blades follows the anatomical contour to prevent injury to the posterior capsule while its sharp tips facilitate easy insertion into the core of the nucleus.

Katena Products
Phone: (973) 989-1600
www.katena.com

CONTACT LENS

The Lagado Corporation has received FDA marketing clearance for ONSI-56 (onsifocon A), an innovative rigid silicone-hydrogel contact lens. The silicone-hydrogel polymer has been formulated to hydrate on the surface like a soft silicone-hydrogel while remaining rigid in the interior of the lens. ONSI-56 lenses combine the wettability and comfort of a soft silicone-hydrogel lens with the permeability and durability of an RGP lens. Spherical, aspheric, toric and bifocal ONSI-56 lenses will be available from authorized custom contact lens laboratories.

The Lagado Corporation
Phone: (800)574-2581
www.lagado.net

The Gillum Retrobulbar Guide assists with controlled placement of retrobulbar or peribulbar needles.

ANESTHESIA NEEDLE GUIDE

Rhein Medical announces the new Gillum Retrobulbar Guide, developed in coordination with William N. Gillum, M.D. The device assists in the controlled placement of either retrobulbar or peribulbar needles for squirming patients who require a block. The device is placed with one hand, and the needle is inserted through its tube for the secure placement of the needle. Rhein offers a 30-day surgical evaluation without obligation.

Rhein Medical
Phone: (800) 637-4346
www.rheinmedical.com