Development Of An Ocular Adhesive Film With Local Drug Delivery To Prevent Infection And Inflammation In Corneal Wounds.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$370,915.00
Summary
Corneal wounds and surgery are often accompanied by topical treatments to prevent infection and inflammation. The project will provide an innovative solution with a versatile, easy-to-use device that seals wounds without stitches while delivering the necessary drugs directly to the wound site. This versatile technology will prevent infection and inflammation, provide relief and encourage wound healing. It will be a world's first that will save treatment costs, reduce pain and save sight.
A Nanosecond Laser Based Surgical Treatment To Prevent Progression To Vision Loss In Early Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$813,481.00
Summary
We aim to conduct a trial of a new nano-laser based treatment for Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) which, if successful in slowing progression of AMD, will lead to a dramatic reduction in vision loss in our community. AMD is the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in people 50 years and older in Australia. The successful outcome will postpone vision loss, benefiting many thousands of Australians, and result in substantial healthcare savings.
Comparing The Effectiveness Of Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty With Topical Medication For The Treatment Of Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma: A Multicentred, Prospective, Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$639,888.00
Summary
The main treatment of glaucoma, an eye condition which causes peripheral vision loss and blindness, involves the use of eye drops. However, these are expensive, have considerable side effects, and impact negatively on daily living. Laser has recently been proposed as an alternative treatment and, in this project, we will investigate the effectiveness of laser compared to medication. We anticipate laser will be more cost effective, safer, and have a positive impact on quality of life compared to ....The main treatment of glaucoma, an eye condition which causes peripheral vision loss and blindness, involves the use of eye drops. However, these are expensive, have considerable side effects, and impact negatively on daily living. Laser has recently been proposed as an alternative treatment and, in this project, we will investigate the effectiveness of laser compared to medication. We anticipate laser will be more cost effective, safer, and have a positive impact on quality of life compared to eye drops.Read moreRead less