Eyes Need Protection From Sun, Too May 30, 2008
Also, people who've had laser surgery to correct their eyesight should always wear protective sunglasses. Too much UV light could undo the vision correction, and you might have to go back to wearing glasses again. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Once-Disfigured Girl Attends Prom After 18 Surgeries May 29, 2008
Hall underwent numerous procedures at the hospital over a 14-year period, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, skin grafts, liposuction, dermabrasion, eye surgery and laser surgery. The surgeries cost more than $376,000. (Fox News)
Health Watch: Where should child seats be positioned in your car? May 28, 2008
- Laser surgery: A laser pierces the skin and penetrates the superficial blood vessel. The heat generated from the laser coagulates the blood inside the vessel, causing it to collapse and seal. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Indian-Americans win more science, tech honours May 25, 2008
The only other Indian in the Inventors Hall of Fame is Rangaswamy Srinivasan, a former IBM scientist named for his pioneering work on excimer laser surgery. The list has storied names like Thomas Edison and Wright Brothers. (India Times, India)
Virectomy at Shija May 25, 2008
Dr Palin said the woman was first diagnosed to be suffering from proliferation retinopathy, PDR with high risk characteristics, HRC which needed photocoagulation by laser and scattered laser and then performed scattered laser surgery. The disease is common amongst diabetic patients and most went outside the state for treatment as the sophisticated facilities needed for the surgery were unavailable in the state. (KanglaOnline)
Keep'Blade Runner' out of Games May 23, 2008
In 1999, he had laser surgery on his eyes and his vision improved to better than 20/20. He had another procedure performed last year leaving him not only with improved vision, but better vision than most humans. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Gov. Paterson is Back in the Hospital May 23, 2008
The Governor, who is legally blind, had laser surgery Tuesday on his left eye to treat acute glaucoma. Today he will have another surgery to prevent the same problem in his right eye. (WCAX.com, VT)
Late-term abortion ban struck down May 21, 2008
New York Governor has laser surgery on his eye NEW YORK - Governor David Paterson has been diagnosed with acute glaucoma in his left eye and was undergoing an outpatient laser procedure yesterday, his office said. The governor, who is blind in his left eye and has only limited vision in his right, received the diagnosis after admitting himself to a hospital with symptoms of a severe headache. (Boston Globe)
'Werewolf Boy' 1 of 50 in World With Genetic Condition... May 16, 2008
Even homeopathy, traditional Indian ayurvedic remedies and laser surgery only works temporarily: The hair grows back, Pruthviraj said. The boy said he rarely leaves his village because of the cruelty of strangers and he has been bullied throughout his childhood. (Fox News)
Fairfield St. family celebrates a happy Mothers Day May 15, 2008
The couple contacted Tampa General Hospital in Florida about treatment, hoping the laser surgery that would separate the twins placenta, giving each her own half, would save their lives. Tucker says even though the odds were high the twins wouldn t survive the operation, a 2004 trial showed this treatment worked better than any other options. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Acne is no longer just a teen thing May 8, 2008
This from Dr. Emil Tanghetti, head of the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery in Sacramento, Calif. . (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Cat Declaw Procedure May 4, 2008
Laser Surgery Many veterinarians now prefer to do this procedure with a ... Laser surgery is considerably more expensive then the conventional method but your cats' smoother recovery maybe worth it. (Suite101.com)
Federal panel seeks clearer warnings on Lasik eye surgery May 2, 2008
About 700,000 Americans a year undergo the elective laser surgery. Like golf star and famed Lasik recipient Tiger Woods, they're hoping to throw away their glasses, just as the ads say. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Medical negligence victims demand justice Apr 17, 2008
One of the demonstrators, Haslinda Siregar, claimed laser surgery performed by an ophthalmologist at the Jakarta Eye Center last year had damaged her retina. She reported the eye doctor in April 2007, but no questioning ever occurred. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Flapjack sales benefit alumnus Apr 14, 2008
In December, Coursen was directed to a doctor in Germany who will perform laser surgery to attempt to remove 30 tumors in Coursen's lungs, but the surgery, which is not covered by Coursen's health insurance, costs $50,000. "A friend of the family called the greek life office and informed us of the situation," DiPietro said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Investors of auction-rate securities left in limbo Apr 14, 2008
Craig Joffe, an investor who owns a laser surgery business in Minneapolis, says that a couple of years ago he was looking for a safe place to put most of his life savings. So he said that on the advice of his broker, he invested 90 percent of his wealth in something he thought was just as conservative, reliable and liquid as cash: three auction-rate securities. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Cost of acquisition increases Iridex Corp.'s loss Apr 12, 2008
The Mountain View company (NASDAQ: IRIX) bought the cosmetic laser surgery business owned by Minnetonka, Minn. -based Inc. (NASDAQ: AMMD) for about $28 million in a deal that closed in January 2007. (San Francisco Business Journal)
Ear, Nose, And Throat Specialist Joins FCMC Apr 11, 2008
Services that will be offered include: ear- nose- throat; head and neck surgery; facial plastics/ cosmetics; hearing and OVR evaluations; laser surgery; snoring/ sleep apnea therapies and advanced sinus/ navigational surgery. Copyright 1998-2007. (Fulton County News, PA)
Kansas City LASIK Surgeon Dr. Daniel Durrie Joins Elite Circle of Surgeons Listed in Trusted LASIK Surgeons Directory Apr 5, 2008
He offers not just laser surgery procedures like LASIK and PRK, but other refractive surgery procedures like lens implants, conductive keratoplasty, phakic implants, limbal relaxing incisions, and cataract lens implants so that patients have a full range of treatment options ... laser surgery procedures. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Lotto winner: 'I'm out of here' Apr 4, 2008
He's tired of misplacing his glasses and may get laser surgery to correct his vision. And he'll probably move out of his three-bedroom, two-bath ranch home, although he plans to stay in Michigan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Topical Cream Treats Precancerous Lesions of Vulva Apr 4, 2008
Depending on the severity of the disease, the cancer society noted that current treatment options range from laser surgery to invasive and often repeated surgery to remove all or part of the vulva. Groin lymph node removal, radiation and chemotherapy are additional options. (MEDLINEplus)
De-age your face overnight Mar 28, 2008
A splurge alternative to laser surgery, Sisleya Radiance Anti-Aging Concentrate blanks out brown spots and prevents new ones from forming with the botanical extract Indian cress flower, then boosts blood flow for a fresher, rosier look with essential oils of geranium and rosewood. 5. (AZCentral -- Style)
Dangerlurks in early births Mar 26, 2008
He had to have surgery to close a hole in his heart, laser surgery to treat eye problems associated with early birth and procedures to correct serious reflux, which is common among preemies. But today, at age 9, Zeek has normal vision, is outgoing and active, and tests at or above grade level in all subjects at school. (News & Observer)
Swans stars must lift their games Mar 24, 2008
But the big spearhead again dropped easy marks - something once explained by poor night vision, supposedly corrected by laser surgery since - and did not seem particularly confident in front of goal. After marking 45 metres out in the third quarter, Hall passed to Craig Bird, who was no closer, and the rookie failed to make the distance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
VisionFirst to Create Birmingham's Next Reality Star with 'Beyond the Big E' Contest Mar 19, 2008
The VisionFirst network has well-established neighborhood offices in Trussville and Alabaster and will officially debut its brand new laser surgery center on Lakeshore Parkway in Homewood on April 18, 2008. For information contact: Brittiny Bookout () Holland + Holland Advertising (205) 922-2022 x228. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Feeling like a new Manny Mar 16, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Lasik surgery is useful under proper guidance Mar 15, 2008
How safe is laser surgery. The laser surgery that is currently done is very advanced and safe. (Daily News & Analysis)
'I did win, didn't I?' Mar 10, 2008
After laser surgery on her injured hamstring last (northern) autumn, Mutola had been training well throughout the winter and was unbeaten until today. After winning her first gold in 1993, she called indoor racing quits today and will centre all her final efforts on getting a second Olympic gold in Beijing. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Cool weather, dry air rough on the hands Mar 8, 2008
But Kilmer, director of the Laser Surgery Center of Northern California, adds that the constant hand washing as a doctor, that s where my hands take the brunt of it. Kilmer s colleague, Dr. Vera Chotzen, agrees, saying that nonstop wetting and drying strip skin of its natural oils. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Russell Mark makes fifth Olympics Mar 7, 2008
She underwent laser surgery on her eyes after the first qualifying event. Rahman said she performed poorly in the first qualifier but attributed her subsequent dramatic improvement to the laser surgery last November. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Purrfect solution? Mar 7, 2008
"In a situation where either the cat goes or the claws go, there's so much at this point in terms of improved surgical technique, with laser surgery and with pain control, that you really can do the procedure with a minimal amount of discomfort to the cat," says Golab. "I don't think there's any comparison between cats enjoying a life in a household and putting them in a shelter to avoid declawing.". (CNN -- US)
A's notes: Kendall can see clearly now Feb 29, 2008
Kendall renewed after laser surgery. Article:Kendall renewed after laser surgery:/c/a/2008/02/28/SPTEVATCC.DTL Article:Kendall renewed after laser surgery:/c/a/2008/02/28/SPTEVATCC.DTL ... Kendall renewed after laser surgery. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Kendall renewed after laser surgery Feb 29, 2008
Friday, February 29, 2008. (02-29) 04:00 PST Phoenix. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Laser surgery burns 11 News anchor Feb 28, 2008
What I'm talking about is laser surgery and I found out the hard way that this light therapy has a very dark side ... Before he came to Baylor College of Medicine, he completed a one-year laser surgery fellowship at Harvard ... "These characters, they don't have to have anything other than have a key to open up the door and welcome people in to do work. And, do laser surgery, that's scary, said 11 News legal expert Gerald Treece. In the millions of pages of law governing our way of life in the... (KHOU.com, TX)
New Method To Create An Artificial Heart May Hold Promise For Transplant Surgery Feb 26, 2008
22, 1998) Researchers at Temple University Hospital are indicating that the use of heart laser surgery may replace transplantation in certain patients with severe coronary artery. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Resident helps seek cure for juvenile diabetes Feb 23, 2008
She pointed out that a friend of hers who suffers from the disease began losing her sight but was able to have laser surgery to correct the problem. The Fairfield County chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation has raised millions of dollars over the years to go toward research. (Bethel Beacon, CT)
UI research focuses on glaucoma gene Feb 19, 2008
Laser surgery is a choice for aggressive cases. The UI Hospitals and Clinics was emptying out by 4:45 p.m. on Monday, but Young Kwon, an associate professor of ophthalmology, still had two patients yet to be seen in glaucoma services. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Choi ducks out of the swirling wind with a lead Feb 16, 2008
Na said his laser surgery didn't go well, and last week his doctor told him to wear contacts. Last week was the first week I was able to see somewhat decent, he said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Choi battles breeze to lead at Riviera Feb 15, 2008
" Ditto for Na, who grew up in Southern California and already has two top 5s this year, playing in the final group at the Sony Open and with Mickelson in the FBR Open two weeks ago. His only problem seems to be with his eyesight. Na said his laser surgery didn't go well, and last week his doctor told him to wear contacts. "Last week was the first week I was able to see somewhat decent," he said. "I can see really well, and I'm excited about it. " Copyright 2008 The . All rights reserved.This... (CNN -- International)
Wellness in The Woodlands Feb 13, 2008
Berkeley Eye Center representatives will discuss laser surgery. Rodgers Steing Chiropractic Center representatives will touch on fitness issues. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
Womans hard work pays off Feb 6, 2008
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Laser surgery of zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos using femtosecond laser pulses: Optimal parameters for exogenous material delivery, and the laser's effect on short- and long-term development Jan 30, 2008
Using the zebrafish (Danio rerio) as our animal model system, we address both the short- and long-term developmental changes following laser surgery on zebrafish embryonic cells. Results. (BioMed Central)
Goosen pulls out of Qatar Masters with eye issues Jan 24, 2008
The South African golfer had corrective laser surgery 10 days ago and said his vision in one eye began to blur during practice on Tuesday. He traveled to Dubai for further treatment, but returned to Doha on Wednesday and pulled out of the European Tour event. (ESPN -- Golf)
Did Canseco solicit tell-all hush money? Jan 24, 2008
The South African golfer had corrective laser surgery 10 days ago and said his vision in one eye began to blur during practice on Tuesday. Undefeated Joe Calzaghe will box Bernard Hopkins in a non-title light-heavyweight bout April 19 in Las Vegas. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Goosen out of Qatar Masters Jan 24, 2008
Goosen came to Doha for the European PGA Tour event after undergoing corrective laser surgery 10 days ago and was hoping to become the first player to win the event on two occasions. However during practice on Tuesday, his vision in one eye began to blur. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Letter: Moose contact lenses a better investment Jan 23, 2008
I would rather have chipped in for contact lenses or laser surgery for the visually challenged moose, executed for displaying displeasure at people rumbling through its living room. Be real, people. (Montana Standard, MT)
Laser Therapy May Reverse Severe Gum Disease Jan 23, 2008
Laser surgery has in recent years been considered a possible alternative to traditional surgery; the LANAP approach was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2004. The laser works by first clearing diseased tissue and killing bacteria between the teeth and gums; tartar is removed with an ultrasound instrument. (Newsmax)
Vitale upbeat in face of health battles Jan 16, 2008
He will have laser surgery at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in Bradenton, Fla. meant, he says, "to clear a passage in my prostate." He had intended to have the procedure last Thursday but it was delayed by two bladder infections each prompting three-day hospitalizations as he was also forced to wear a catheter the last two weeks. (USA Today -- Sports)
CLICKS: Candidates as college FB teams Jan 11, 2008
Laser Surgery, Please. You think athletes are the kings of bad tattoos. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Veteran Sings Praises Of Rehab Center Jan 10, 2008
I did have laser surgery on it a couple of times, but that eye plain out died ... And that prediction was a prophecy come true in very short order, for I lost most of the vision in my right eye (the good eye), even though I had laser surgery on it, when the doctor decided to give me some shots in the eye ball. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Faces to Watch: Who else would be on top but Tiger? Jan 9, 2008
For years before he has laser surgery on his eyes, similar to Tom Kite, Austin was recognizable for the large glasses he wore while playing. Who knew that donning some comparably sized swim goggles at the Presidents Cup would put him back on the map. (CBS News)
Contact Lenses Purchased Over Internet May Place Individuals At Risk For Harmful Eyecare Practices Jan 8, 2008
12, 2006) Traditional assumptions have held that contact lenses are safer than laser surgery to correct vision problems. Now, an Oregon Health & Science University Casey Eye Institute physician, comparing. (Science Daily)
Fetal Surgeon Shows For First Time That Laser Procedure May Treat Vasa Previa Jan 3, 2008
The patient described in Dr. Quintero's paper was counseled about management alternatives and elected to undergo laser surgery to seal the abnormal fetal vessels. The procedure was performed at Tampa General Hospital at about 23 weeks of pregnancy without complications, Dr. Quintero reported. (Science Daily)
Laser Surgery Can Correct Nearsightedness Dec 31, 2007
FRIDAY, Dec. 28 (HealthDay News) -- Laser surgery effectively and safely corrects severe myopia for at least a decade, new research suggests ... Laser surgery has been used to correct myopia since the early 1990s, although the long-term effects of the surgeries have not been documented. (U.S. News & World Report)
LASIK works well, according to long-term study of highly myopic patients Dec 28, 2007
Philadelphia, December 28, 2007 Laser surgery to correct vision problems has been in use since the early 1990s. Photorefractive Keratotomy (PRK) is typically used to correct low to moderate myopia, while laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is preferred for high myopia corrections. (EurekAlert!)
LASIK Surgery Safe and Effective Dec 28, 2007
Laser surgery to correct vision problems has been in use since the early 1990s. Photorefractive Keratotomy (PRK) is typically used to correct low to moderate myopia, while laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is preferred for high myopia corrections. (Newsmax)
Pitching what the public will pay for Dec 19, 2007
To switch sports for a moment, golfer Tiger Woods - who added muscle the old-fashioned way, in the weight room, and who still has a neck to prove it - had laser surgery that not only remedied his nearsightedness but actually gave him better than 20-20 vision. Have any major leaguers with normal vision gone under the laser in an attempt to gain an edge. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Albert Square may look convincing enough on your old TV set ... Dec 12, 2007
Shortly after the start of that miserable season, the hairs suddenly disappeared, and tabloid newspapers ran speculative stories about laser surgery or heavy waxing. Keys - and Sky Sports - have maintained a manful silence ever since, but in TV presenter circles it is widely speculated that he "had something done". (Guardian Unlimited)
Gene-Based Sunscreen Might Someday Prevent Skin Cancer Dec 11, 2007
In the interim, Dr. Robin Ashinoff , the medical director of dermatologic, mohs and laser surgery at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, N.J., said that the current findings should be viewed with a mix of interest and caution. "This still needs to be studied in human trials in a placebo-controlled fashion," she noted. (MEDLINEplus)
Cuba, in a campaign against blindness, uses doctors to bolster its image Nov 20, 2007
It now has 34 operating theaters with state of the art equipment, including two equipped for advanced laser surgery. One advantage of the program is that it has given young surgeons a steady flow of patients on whom to hone their skills. (International Herald Tribune)
Why I rue my tattoo Nov 10, 2007
No, laser surgery was not as simple or side effectfree as I thought it would be. Still, I continue my treatments. (MSNBC -- Health)
Fenofibrate Can Reduce Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery Nov 9, 2007
ORLANDO, Florida (Reuters Health) - Among patients with type 2 diabetes, fenofibrate therapy is associated with a significant reduction in the need for laser surgery for retinopathy over a 5-year period, compared with placebo treatment ... After 5 years of follow-up, "there was a 31 percent reduction in risk of laser surgery with fenofibrate therapy," Keech told Reuters Health ... 9 percent receiving the placebo required laser surgery for retinopathy. (MEDLINEplus)
Laser Surgery Can Cut Flesh With Micro-explosions Or With Burning Oct 31, 2007
30, 2007) Lasers are at the cutting edge of surgery. From cosmetic to brain surgery, intense beams of coherent light are gradually replacing the steel scalpel for many procedures. (Science Daily)
LCA-Vision stock tanks on bearish 4Q forecast Oct 31, 2007
In May, LCA restated its financial results for 2002 through 2006, the result of an issue raised by the on how the company recognizes revenues from separately priced extended warranties for its laser surgery services. As a result, the company provided a reconciliation of revenue and operating income: Third-quarter adjusted revenues were $66. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Treating scars of war Oct 18, 2007
He also had traumatic "tattoos" -- dirt and pebbles implanted in his face, said Schlesinger, who abraded the skin with Hawaiian salt and performed laser surgery. The plastic surgery was the 17th surgery for Goede, 25, who has three Purple Hearts. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
