Sturge-Weber Syndrome

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Glaukos Corporation (NYSE: GKOS), an ophthalmic medical technology and pharmaceutical company focused on novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases, announced today that its technologies will be featured in various scientific programming at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) annual meeting, being held May 5 – 8, 2023 in San Diego, CA. Glaukos will be exhibiting onsite at booth #1237. Key Glaucoma Presentations: Saturday, May 6, 2023 1:30 – 1:35 p.m., Gerd U. Auffarth, MD, Ph.D. Sustained 7-Year Glaucoma Control after Second-Generation Trabecular Micro-Bypass with or without Cataract Surgery 2:06 – 2:11 p.m., Ike K. Ahmed, MD Prospective Study of Standalone Multiple Trabecular Micro-Bypass Stents for Uncontrolled Glaucoma 2:16 – 2:21 p.m., John P. Berdahl, MD Outcomes of the Prospective Randomized Controlled Multicenter Phase III Trials of iDose® TR Versus Topical Timolol 2:21 – 2:26 p.m., Mitchell C. Shultz, MD Stratified Outcomes of 2 Different Trabecular MIGS Devices with or without Ab-Interno Canaloplasty in Mild and Moderate Open-Angle Glaucoma 2:52 – 2:57 p.m., Ticiana De Francesco, MD Long-Term Endothelial Safety with 2nd-Generation Trabecular Micro-Bypass in Patients with Open-Angle Glaucoma Key Glaucoma Posters: Tanner J. Ferguson, MD iStent inject® Trabecular Micro-Bypass Stent Implantation with Cataract Extraction in Open-Angle Glaucoma: Long-Term Results Mark J. Gallardo, MD Trabecular Micro-Bypass +/- Precision Blade Goniotomy to Potentiate Aqueous Outflow & Reduce Intraocular Pressure in Glaucoma Ae Ra Kee, MBBS, FRCOphth Combined Phacoemulsification and iStent inject versus Combined Phacoemulsification and Hydrus® Microstent in South East Asian Eyes Xiongfei Liu, MD Effectiveness and Safety of Combining Two MIGS Devices in Patients with Open-Angle Glaucoma Mitchell C. Shultz, MD Effectiveness and Safety of 2 Different Trabecular MIGS Devices in Patients with Mild-to-Moderate Glaucoma Key Corneal Health Presentations: Saturday, May 6, 2023 1:30 – 1:35 p.m., Miguel Rechichi, Ph.D., MD Eight Year Results of Accelerated Epi-off™ Corneal Cross-Linking in Patients with Progressive Keratoconus Sunday, May 7, 2023 1:40 – 1:45 p.m., Steven Greenstein, MD 10-Year Follow-up for Collagen Cross-Linking in Keratoconus and Ectasia: Comparison of Outcomes with Subsequent Topography-Altering Surgery 1:45 – 1:50 p.m., Julia Yu, BSc Dynamics of Corneal Swelling during Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking in Progressive Keratoconus Patients 1:51 – 1:56 p.m., Miltos Balidis, Ph.D., MD Customized Transepithelial Cross-Linking for Keratoconus: 2-Year Follow-up 2:11 – 2:16 p.m., Philip Dockery, MD Corneal Cross-Linking for Patients with Progressive Keratoconus and Thin Corneas 3:47 – 3:55 p.m., Kenneth A. Beckman, MD Update on Cross-Linking: Epi-on™ FDA Trial and Beyond Key Corneal Health Posters: Brendan G. Cronin, FRANZCO, MBBS Oxygen-Supplemented and Topography-Guided Epi-on Corneal Cross-Linking with Pulsed Irradiation for Progressive Keratoconus Key Corneal Health Course: Saturday, May 6, 2023 8:00 – 9:30 a.m., Miguel Rechichi, Ph.D., MD Keratoconus State of the Art: New Cutting-Edge Treatments for Corneal Ectasia (IC-105) Co-instructors: Ashraf Armia Balamoun, MD, Miltiadis Balidis, PhD, MD, William B. Trattler, MD Abstract information can be found at . The ASCRS Annual Meeting is among the largest gatherings of anterior segment physicians, medical personnel and industry executives in the ophthalmic industry. All educational content of the ASCRS annual meeting is planned by its program committee. ASCRS does not endorse, promote, approve or recommend the use of any products, devices or services. About Glaukos Glaukos ( ) is an ophthalmic medical technology and pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases. Glaukos first developed Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) as an alternative to the traditional glaucoma treatment paradigm, launching its first MIGS device commercially in 2012, and continues to develop a portfolio of technologically distinct and leverageable platforms to support ongoing pharmaceutical and medical device innovations. Products or product candidates for each of these platforms are designed to advance the standard of care through better treatment options across the areas of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases. About iStent inject W Trabecular Micro-Bypass System (U.S.) Indication for Use: The iStent inject W Trabecular Micro-Bypass System Model G2-W is indicated for use in conjunction with cataract surgery for the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) in adult patients with mild to moderate primary open-angle glaucoma. Contraindications: The iStent inject W is contraindicated in eyes with angle-closure glaucoma, traumatic, malignant, uveitic, or neovascular glaucoma, discernible congenital anomalies of the anterior chamber (AC) angle, retrobulbar tumor, thyroid eye disease, or Sturge-Weber Syndrome or any other type of condition that may cause elevated episcleral venous pressure. Warnings: Gonioscopy should be performed prior to surgery to exclude congenital anomalies of the angle, PAS, rubeosis, or conditions that would prohibit adequate visualization of the angle that could lead to improper placement of the stent and pose a hazard. MRI Information: The iStent inject W is MR-Conditional, i.e., the device is safe for use in a specified MR environment under specified conditions; please see Directions for Use (DFU) label for details. Precautions: The surgeon should monitor the patient postoperatively for proper maintenance of IOP. The safety and effectiveness of the iStent inject W have not been established as an alternative to the primary treatment of glaucoma with medications, in children, in eyes with significant prior trauma, abnormal anterior segment, chronic inflammation, prior glaucoma surgery (except SLT performed > 90 days preoperative), glaucoma associated with vascular disorders, pseudoexfoliative, pigmentary or other secondary open-angle glaucomas, pseudophakic eyes, phakic eyes without concomitant cataract surgery or with complicated cataract surgery, eyes with medicated IOP > 24 mmHg or unmedicated IOP < 21 mmHg or > 36 mmHg, or for implantation of more or less than two stents. Adverse Events: Common postoperative adverse events reported in the iStent inject randomized pivotal trial included stent obstruction (6.2%), intraocular inflammation (5.7% for iStent inject vs. 4.2% for cataract surgery only), secondary surgical intervention (5.4% vs. 5.0%) and BCVA loss ≥ 2 lines ≥ 3 months (2.6% vs. 4.2%). Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by, or on the order of, a physician. Please see DFU for a complete list of contraindications, warnings, precautions, and adverse events. For more information, visit . iDose TR and Epi-on are investigational therapies and not currently approved by the FDA. Forward-Looking Statements All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that we expect, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Although we believe that we have a reasonable basis for forward-looking statements contained herein, we caution you that they are based on current expectations about future events affecting us and are subject to risks, uncertainties and factors relating to our operations and business environment, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control, that may cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements in this press release. These potential risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the timing and extent to which obtain regulatory approval for investigational products, our ability to successfully commercialize such products, the ability to obtain and maintain adequate financial coverage and reimbursement for our products, and the continued efficacy and safety pro our products as might be suggested in the presentations at the ASCRS meeting. These and other risks, uncertainties and factors related to Glaukos, and our business are described in detail under the caption “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on February 24, 2023. Our filings with the SEC are available in the Investor Section of our website at or at . In addition, information about the risks and benefits of our products is available on our website at . All forward-looking statements included in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements in this press release, which speak only as of the date hereof. We do not undertake any obligation to update, amend or clarify these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities law.

Climate change is aggravating the impact of droughts -- one of the factors that only affect plant physiology -- on all plant ecosystems worldwide. Although new tools have been developed to detect and assess drought stress in plants -- transcriptomic or metabolomic technologies, etc. -- they are still difficult to apply in natural ecosystems, especially in remote areas and developing countries. Climate change is aggravating the impact of droughts -- one of the factors that only affect plant physiology -- on all plant ecosystems worldwide. Although new tools have been developed to detect and assess drought stress in plants -- transcriptomic or metabolomic technologies, etc. -- they are still difficult to apply in natural ecosystems, especially in remote areas and developing countries. Now, a study published in the journal Trends in Plant Science presents a set of techniques that enable researchers to detect and monitor drought stress in plants in a cheap, easy and quick way. The authors of the study are the experts Sergi Munné-Bosch and Sabina Villadangos, from the Faculty of Biology and the Institute for Research on Biodiversity (IRBio) of the University of Barcelona. Fighting the impact of drought on plants The techniques available to detect and monitor the effects of drought stress in plants range from very simple and inexpensive measures (growth or relative water content analysis) to more complex and expensive approaches (omics technologies). UB professor Sergi Munné-Bosch, professor in the Department of Evolutionary Biology, Ecology and Environmental Sciences, explains that these innovative technologies "have provided new opportunities to detect and monitor drought stress, but their cost generates inequalities around the world." "Unfortunately -- he continues -- today the whole world is affected by the lack of water resources, especially in the context of the current climate change we are experiencing. And, unfortunately, countries with fewer economic resources are no exception. It should be borne in mind that most of the poorest countries are in Africa, which is also home to the world's largest arid and sub-arid regions." Laboratories with basic equipment The study aims to respond to the need to establish effective and low-cost protocols to easily detect and study how droughts affect plants. Specifically, the authors present a battery of very accessible techniques that can be applied with basic laboratory equipment: precision balance, microscope, centrifuge, spectrophotometer, oven, camera and computer. These laboratories could analyse different parameters on growth rates, leaf water content, pigments and leaf viability using the tetrazolium test, an organic heterocyclic compound that has traditionally been used in plant physiology studies. "With these indicators, we can get a complete picture of which species are best adapted to a particular climate, or how a given crop responds to changing conditions in a given region in the current context of climate change," says Munné-Bosch. "All these measures are easy to conduct. In addition, a specialised team can be assembled in a very short time to develop measures quickly and efficiently. And they can be implemented at a very low cost, so they are viable approaches worldwide," says the researcher. The tetrazolium test: getting a classic back In a second study (Trends in Plant Science, 2023), the team highlights the use of the tetrazolium test as a useful and easy-to-apply method for evaluating the effects of drought stress on plants. "This test not only allows us to detect whether a cell, tissue or organ is alive or dead, but it is also an excellent indicator of its longevity; in other words, it is a scientific tool that allows us to predict how long a plant will live. This can be especially useful for biodiversity management and conservation programmes, especially in the current context of climate change," says the researcher. The impact of climate change is stimulating research into how plants adapt to new environmental conditions. "More than a stimulus, this is a necessity. Humans need to adapt to climate change, and they will always do so better hand in hand with nature, integrating with it. And to do so, it is essential to know the ecosystems and all the organisms that form part of them, including plants," says Munné-Bosch. Designing and implementing quality scientific tools is determining to create management plans and to conserve the biodiversity worldwide. "This study contributes to a better understanding of the plants' response to drought in a context of climate change, and, in addition, it can be useful for biodiversity management programmes," notes the UB researcher Sabina Villadangos. The study also makes it easier for these measures to be implemented worldwide. "It is necessary to bear in mind that if all countries do not coordinate in the face of foreseeable changes, the effects of global change will be devastating," concludes Sergi Munné-Bosch.

DEDHAM, Mass.--( BUSINESS WIRE )-- Qlaris Bio, Inc. , a biotechnology company targeting high unmet needs in debilitating ophthalmic diseases, announced today that Thurein Htoo, MS, MBA, the company’s co-founder and chief executive officer, will present during the 12th Annual Glaucoma 360 New Horizons Forum on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, at 8:40 a.m. PT (11:40 a.m. ET) in San Francisco. Htoo will participate in the session titled “Delivering Glaucoma Solutions” and will provide updates on Qlaris Bio’s plans for 2023 and the company’s novel ATP-sensitive potassium (K ATP ) channel modulator platform currently in development to treat a range of glaucomas, including normal tension glaucoma (NTG), primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), and glaucoma related to rare diseases such as Sturge-Weber Syndrome. “It is an exciting time for Qlaris and the future of glaucoma therapy,” said Htoo. “Our company is developing a treatment focused on reducing episcleral venous pressure (EVP), which is not a primary target of existing glaucoma therapies, despite being a significant component of intraocular pressure (IOP). I am looking forward to sharing updates on Qlaris’ program and our anticipated milestones for the coming year.” The Glaucoma 360 New Horizons Forum is hosted by the Glaucoma Research Foundation and brings together clinical, industry, financial, and FDA leaders to discuss research innovation and advances in glaucoma treatment. Register for the event here . About Qlaris Bio, Inc. Qlaris Bio, Inc., was founded in August 2019 with a singular focus: to develop novel, innovative therapies with first-in-class mechanisms of action to address serious and debilitating ophthalmic diseases. The company’s lead platform is based on the use of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)-sensitive potassium (K ATP ) channel modulators to affect the tone of vascular and vascular-like tissues for ophthalmic use. Qlaris Bio’s investors include Canaan and New Leaf Venture Partners, both of which were co-lead investors in the company’s $25 million Series A round in August 2019. Other investors include Correlation Ventures and Mayo Clinic. For more information, please visit qlaris.bio .