Mr. Luc Bonnefoy reports

BAUSCH + LOMB LAUNCHES BI-BLADE+ DUAL-PORT VITRECTOMY CUTTER IN EUROPE

Bausch + Lomb Corp. has launched in Europe the Bi-Blade+ advanced dual-port vitrectomy cutter on the Stellaris Elite Vision enhancement system.

"The launch of Bi-Blade+ is the latest example of our commitment to delivering meaningful innovation in Europe," said Luc Bonnefoy, president, surgical, Bausch + Lomb. "Stellaris Elite has long been relied upon by European surgeons, and the 2024 adaptive fluidics software upgrade further enhanced the precise control and efficiency of the platform. We're confident that the addition of Bi-Blade+ will also deliver meaningful benefits to retina surgeons and their patients."

Bi-Blade+ provides an increased flow rate of 25 per cent, enabling more efficient vitreous removal compared with Bi-Blade. At maximum speed, Bi-Blade+ also demonstrates a 62-per-cent reduction in cutter vibration compared with Bi-Blade, offering the surgeon optimized feel and comfort toward a stable surgical experience.

Adaptive Fluidics automates fluid infusion to the eye in response to real-time vacuum commands from the surgeon, delivering precise and responsive fluidics infusion at every step of a vitrectomy procedure.

These two technologies combine to support and maintain IOP stability and control. When combined with Adaptive Fluidics, Bi-Blade+ demonstrated a 62-per-cent reduction in average infusion pressure compared with surgeries in which Adaptive Fluidics was not used. Continuous aspiration also provides consistent intraocular pressure (IOP) stability. In one study, use of Bi-Blade+ with Adaptive Fluidics resulted in a significant improvement in chamber IOP at a range closer to physiologic IOP (10 to 20 mmHg) even during high vacuum levels.

"The higher cut rate of Bi-Blade+ offers a significant advantage when removing vitreous," said Prof. Marco Mura, MD, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy. "The ability to increase flow rate while maintaining a small sphere of influence and calm environment means surgeons can have more confidence when working close to the retina."

Bi-Blade+ indications and important safety information

Indications and intended use: The Bausch + Lomb vitrectomy cutter pouches are intended to cut and remove vitreous from the eye. They are indicated for any ocular condition requiring anterior vitrectomy during anterior segment surgery and for any vitreoretinal condition requiring vitrectomy during posterior or combined surgery.

Compatible equipment: Stellaris Elite Bi-Blade+ accessories are only intended to operate with Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite vision enhancement systems with Bi-Blade+ procedure pack compatibility.

Known residual risks and complications include but are not limited to: infection; inflammation; ocular damage; trauma; cataract formation (not applicable in cataract removal procedures); foreign body/particulates in eye; intraocular pressure (IOP) variance that may cause damage to patient's eye; visual impairment; ischemia; allergic reaction; edema.

Attention: See the instructions for use for detailed directions, proper use, and full risk and safety information.

Caution: Federal (U.S.) law restricts this device to sale, by or on the order of a physician.

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