In Brief: FDA Ophthalmic Devices Panel
This article was originally published in The Gray Sheet
Executive Summary
FDA Ophthalmic Devices Panel: Scheduled to convene Oct. 19 and 20 in Gaithersburg, Maryland. On the first day of the meeting, the panel will review premarket approval applications "for retinal tamponades used for the treatment of complicated retinal detachments." The second day will involve an evaluation of a PMA for an excimer laser for photorefractive keratectomy. Visx is hopeful that its Star PRK PMA will be reviewed during the session. Call Sara Thornton at 301/594-2053 for information...