Menu Part 8 CATT More on Avastin vs Lucentis and Some Other Interesting Posts

In addition to the original 14 postings on Avastin vs Lucentis (see Menu 7), I have added two more – on other countries deciding to run comparison studies in addition to the U.S.

I have also added 3 postings on the CATT Study, which is scheduled to get underway shortly, including the latest information about the participating clinical centers.

There is also an update on the NeoVista Strontium 90 clinical trial, the Two-Year results of the PRONTO Study, and a short piece on how walking and exercise can lead to a drop in the propensity to develop wet AMD.

Avastin vs Lucentis Updates:

Avastin/Lucentis Update 15: The Brits Join in on the Fight

Some background on the NHS’ decision to fund a groundbreaking comparative trial.

Avastin/Lucentis Update 16: And Now the Germans Join the Battle

German health insurers decided not to be left behind and have decided to undertake a comparative study as well.

Three on the CATT Study -- The American Comparative Trial:

CATT Study Update

I received notice that a study meeting was scheduled for September, with the clinical trial to begin in the Fall.

CATT Study Update 2: Avastin vs. Lucentis – It’s Official!

I confirmed that the training session was on the calendar and that more than 180 people were expected to attend

CATT Study Update 3: Avastin vs. Lucentis – To Get Underway by Year’s End

I learned from an attendant at the training session that patient enrollment was scheduled to begin on December 1st and also obtained a list of 46 of the 47 participating centers. Until I am able to publish the list, I will provide individuals with information about clinical sites near them.

NeoVista Update:

NeoVista Epi-retinal Strontium 90 Treatment for AMD Update

I had published the original article on the NeoVista treatment in February. In early July the company sent me updated information on their clinical trials and I felt compelled to post them.

Two-Year Results of the PRONTO Study

Dr. James Folk of the University of Iowa had an excellent summary of Dr. Carmen Puliafito’s discussion of the two-year results of the PRONTO Study. I decided that the information was important enough to be put on my web Journal as well. I also added some pertinent material about the PRONTO Study from the May 2007 issue of Retina Today.

Walking Away from AMD

Back in January, I found this gem of an article in the Review of Ophthalmology, which was taken from an original article in the British Journal of Ophthalmology. I thought it important to put online in my web Journal, but until now, never mentioned it in one of my menus.

Interesting Facts About The Spa Blanket

By Chasity Sheppard

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In heating, these may be placed inside the microwave and heat for about thirty seconds until the optimal heat will be reached. However, you must not leave this inside the microwave so that it will not overheat. Whenever you will be using this, it will be best to test this first. This must feel very warm and not hot.

While cooling, these must be sealed using some plastic bags and put in a freezer for several hours prior to its use. This can be left there up to them time that you are going to use this. Still, you have to take care of this for you to somehow maximize all uses and in turn receive satisfaction from all results.

When you would be cleaning it, you could remove the cover or wash it using a cold water on a very delicate cycle. You might as well take it out properly and dry it outside. You should not let its grain pack to be wet and get soaked since these will contain all the grains or herbs that will be needed in the overall therapeutic healing process.

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This spa blanket may really be of great use for different aspects of life. Still, you must pick wisely so that you may obtain a specific design that may match your preferences and tastes. Additionally, there are different styles and colors that would be available in order to simplify the process of picking.

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