The arrival of a new generation of intraocular lenses and corneal inlays – designed to offer clearer, improved vision without the need for reading glasses – is expected to spur growth in the presbyopia market.

Corporate venture investing has become an increasingly important source of capital as traditional venture firms remained squeezed. In devices, the latest entrant into the field is Abbott Ventures, which sees itself as an extension of Abbott's internal efforts to build its device pipeline, favoring mid-stage deals in technology and therapeutic areas that fit strategically with Abbott's existing device businesses.

Corporate venture investing has become an increasingly important source of capital as traditional venture firms remained squeezed. In devices, the latest entrant into the field is Abbott Ventures, which sees itself as an extension of Abbott's internal efforts to build its device pipeline, favoring mid-stage deals in technology and therapeutic areas that fit strategically with Abbott's existing device businesses.

Venture capitalists might cry poor, but, in fact, many leading firms have raised new funds over the past year, pooling more than $1.5 billion for medical device investments. The only question facing entrepreneurs and executives is: are they buying what you’re selling?