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Optegra Showcases Drop-Free Cataract Surgery Outcomes

Award-winning Optegra data on drop-free cataract surgery sparks interest at SECOIR 2026

June 11, 2026
2 min

The Ophthalmologist

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Pedro Muel presented outcomes from Optegra's drop-free NHS cataract surgery program at the 2026 SECOIR meeting in Spain.
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The drop-free approach eliminates the need for post-operative eye drops, enhancing patient convenience.
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Data from over 17,000 NHS patients showed a cystoid macular edema rate of 2.9%, lower than the 3.55% with standard drop regimes.
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Intraocular pressure rates were 0.52% for drop-free surgery compared to 0.68% under conventional protocols.
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Mr. Muel received the Best Oral Communication award and emphasized the significance of this approach for cataract surgery in Spain.

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The Ophthalmologist

Optegra Showcases Drop-Free Cataract Surgery Outcomes

June 11, 2026

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