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October 2012 Number 10 PRODUCT NEWS Jennifer Choo, OD, PhD, FAAO, and Paul Rose, DipOpt, BSc, FNZSCLP All in the Family Menicon to launch the Rose K2 XL. In January 2013, Menicon will launch considered a simple extension of a the latest addition to the Rose K fam- corneal lens fitting 1.3 mm to 1.5 mm ily of lenses for irregular corneas: the beyond the limbus onto the sclera. Rose K2 XL large-diameter lens. De- signed and developed by Dr. Paul The Rose K2 XL lens uses the same Rose, this semi-scleral lens follows systematic fitting system that is advo- the same simple fitting rules that have cated for the other four Rose K2 de- made the Rose K brand successful signs (KC, PG, IC, NC). It is easy to fit, worldwide. even for practitioners who have not previously fitted a Rose K lens or a Advances in contact lens materials, semi-scleral design. It has a standard designs and manufacturing technol- diameter of 14.6 mm (range 13.6 mm ogy have sparked a resurgence of in- to 15.6 mm) and a wide range of pa- terest in large-diameter (semi-scleral rameters, including base curves from Ī Figure 1. Rose K2 XL optimal fluorescein pattern. and scleral) lenses. Although corneal 5.8 mm to 8.4 mm. It also has nine GP lenses can be successfully fitted edge-lift options to precisely control to most irregular corneas, a large-di- the landing zone on the sclera. ameter design is ideal for some spe- cific types of irregular corneas and Primary indications for the Rose K2 can be more comfortable than a XL lens are keratoconus, pellucid smaller lens. marginal degeneration, post grafts, corneal rings, post-LASIK ectasia, Simplified fitting advanced dry eye and any irregular Most semi-scleral designs are fitted corneal condition that cannot be suc- using sagittal heights and judging cessfully fitted within the limbus. This tear layer thickness under the lens, lens is also a great option for patients which are factors not usually consid- who are intolerant of corneal GP ered when fitting a corneal lens. For lenses, those who work in polluted this reason, practitioners may be re- conditions, those who need more luctant to try semi-scleral designs, as lens stability in their sport or work en- they believe fitting them will require vironments and as an alternative to new skills and learning curves. The piggyback lens systems. Ī Figure 2. Rose K2 XL lens on eye. Rose K2 XL lens was designed to Continued on page 2 address this concern and can be Inside... Behind the Scenes CAPTIV8® for Your Easyfit™ software at Menicon iPad p. 5 p. 3 p. 4 Continued from page 1 Clinicians report success Many of the study investigators de- will provide contact lens practitioners with A recent study involving 17 contact lens scribed the Rose K2 XL lens as “a prob- the ultimate combination to manage their practitioners from 10 countries evaluated lem-solver for impossible fits,” and eight challenging cases. the Rose K2 XL on 120 challenging patients who could not be successfully cases. Although some of the practitioners fitted with any lenses before were suc- Rose K2 XL will be available in the had never fitted a semi-scleral lens be- cessful with the XL design. Investigators United States starting in January 2013, fore, their success rate with the Rose K2 reported the design was easy to fit (aver- with other markets around the world XL lens was 75%. age of 1.6 lenses per eye) and a useful following shortly thereafter. Dr. Rose addition to the current Rose K2 range. will officially introduce the lens and More than 50% of patients reported im- demonstrate how to use this unique proved vision when compared with their The ultimate combination design at the Global Specialty Lens habitual lenses, and many patients con- With the addition of the XL design to the Symposium in Las Vegas (USA). verted to the XL design after the study. Rose K2 portfolio, practitioners will be Several patients also reported it was the able to fit nearly 100% of their patients Rose K lenses are now available in more most comfortable lens they had ever with irregular corneas with a lens from the than 88 countries. Menicon is pleased to worn. Interestingly, XL was a popular Rose K2 family of lenses alone. The XL help make the complex world of improv- alternative to piggyback systems. More design in combination with Menicon Z ing vision for patients with irregular than 80% of piggyback wearers material (Dk 163) and the lens care prod- corneas simpler with the introduction of switched to the XL design. ucts Menicon PROGENT and Unique pH® the Rose K2 XL lens worldwide. By Randall Sakamoto, OD, PhD Menicon Z for Large-Diameter Lenses and More The world’s highest Dk material now available for large-diameter lenses. Following its 2011 approval by the U.S. toconus, pellucid marginal degeneration, lens marketplace. Although these lenses Food and Drug Administration for an ex- post penetrating keratoplasty, post radial are most often prescribed for irregular panded indication—management of irreg- keratotomy and post LASIK surgery. corneas, many practitioners also use ular corneal conditions—Menicon Z them to correct astigmatism and presby- material is now available in a large-diame- Oxygen transmission is a basic physio- opia in patients with regular corneas. ter button (16.5 mm) for scleral and semi- logic necessity, and Menicon Z is an im- scleral lens designs up to 16 mm. U.S. portant addition to the range of materials The Menicon Rose K line represents a practitioners can now prescribe the used for large diameter lenses. Large-di- comprehensive approach to fitting con- world’s most permeable contact lens ma- ameter scleral and semi-scleral lenses tact lenses to irregular corneas. The terial for challenging cases, including kera- are the fastest growing sector in the GP newest addition, which represents years of clinical research and develop- Menicon Materials for Large-Diameter Lenses ment, is the semi-scleral Rose K2 XL (standard 14.6 mm diameters). Menicon Z (tisilfocon A) TYRO (hofocon A) This lens will be available in Meni- Oxygen permeability (Dk) 163* 97* con Z material. Refractive index 1.440** 1.440 Contact your Menicon authorized Wetting angle 24° <25° distributor laboratories and ask for Hardness (shore) D/78 D/81 Menicon Z by name. For a list of Specific gravity 1.20 1.087 Menicon authorized laboratories in the United States, please visit Stock colors Blue with Clear, light blue, light pink www.meniconamerica.com/ UV absorber (rose) (with or without UV absorber) meniconz. Large Diameters 16.5 shouldered blank 17.0 mm, 21.0 mm shouldered blank, 18.5 mm and For a list of Menicon authorized Available 22.0 mm flat blank, 25.0 mm shouldered blank (clear only) laboratories in Canada, please -11 *x10 (cm²/sec)•(mlO²/[mL x mmHg]) [ISO polarographic method] **ne25 visit www.meniconamerica.ca. 2 PERSONAL PROFILE Behind the Scenes at Menicon In this issue, we interview Anatole Diep, CEO, Menicon Holdings B.V. Please tell us about your back- sure customer satisfac- ground. tion. This philosophy will I was born in Laos and moved with my continue to be my foun- family to France at the age of 14. I enjoy dation to strengthen our science and studied mechanical engi- assets and expand our neering and automation. business. What are some of the highlights of Where do you see your career with Menicon? opportunities for I joined Menicon in 1984 immediately growth in the contact after graduating from university. During lens industry? Ī my career, I have served as president of I believe the market for Anatole Diep with his wife, Juliette, and their three sons. the Menicon Pharma contact lens care daily disposable contact lenses will con- ting and to support Menicon’s safety phi- solution factory in France, as well as chief tinue to grow, as patients particularly ap- losophy. manufacturing officer for Menicon Hold- preciate the convenience of this modality. ings Europe. The introduction of the revolutionary 1 Please tell us about your interests Day Flat Pack in 2013 will mark Meni- outside the workplace. con’s decisive entry into the soft lens My wife, Juliette, and I live in the suburbs mass market in Europe and across the of Paris. We have three sons. The eldest world. is 27 years old and a pharmacist. Our middle son is 21 years old, and he is Menicon will introduce a hyper-Dk studying medicine. Our youngest is 19 monthly disposable lens to reinforce the years old, and he is preparing to study distribution of SOLOCARE AQUA® multi- physiotherapy. purpose solution, which began in April 2012 in 27 countries in the European I like martial arts and my current hobby is Economic Area and Canada. the practice of Tai Chi Chuan. I also enjoy Ī Anatole Diep playing guitar during his mother’s playing music, especially guitar. I play oc- birthday celebration. Menicon is expanding the availability of its casionally during celebrations with friends Please describe your current role unique fitting technology Easyfit™. We and family members. with Menicon and your immediate will promote Easyfit™ to assist in lens fit- and long-term goals. As CEO of Menicon Holdings B.V., I will calendar strive to uphold the company’s manage- OCTOBER ment philosophy and vision. Menicon is a 12-15 ICCLC, Sydney, Australia challenging and passionate company. It 24-27 American Academy of Optometry, Phoenix, USA offers all employees the opportunity to NOVEMBER experience the significance of the words 8-10 CLMA, Napa, USA “respect,” “human-oriented company,” 9-13 American Academy of Ophthalmology, Chicago, USA “quality,” “creation,” and “long-term part- DECEMBER nership.” I have had the privilege to see 1-2 Cornea, Contact Lens & Contemporary Vision Care, Houston, USA and experience those values during my JANUARY 28 years with Menicon.

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