Geography Covered
- Global coverage
Keratoconus Understanding
Keratoconus: Overview
Keratoconus is an eye (ocular) disorder characterized by progressive thinning and changes in the shape of the cornea. The cornea is the thin, clear outer layer of the eye and is normally dome-shaped. Slowly progressive thinning of the cornea causes a cone-shaped bulge to develop towards the center of the cornea in the areas of greatest thinning. Affected individuals develop blurry or distorted vision, sensitivity to light (photophobia), and additional vision problems. Keratoconus often begins at puberty and most often is seen in teenagers or young adults. The specific underlying cause is not fully understood and most likely the condition results from the interaction of multiple factors including genetic and environmental ones.Symptoms
The corneas in both eyes are usually affected (bilateral), although the progression and severity of the condition in each eye may differ (asymmetric development), which means one eye may be notably worse than the other. Symptoms usually become apparent during adolescence or young adulthood (i.e. late teens through early 20s). Keratoconus may become progressively worse for 10 to 20 years before slowing. Older adults typically do not have worsening of keratoconus. Because of the progressive nature of the disorder, affected individuals may have to change glasses frequently.
Diagnosis
Keratoconus may be diagnosed based upon a complete patient and family history and thorough eye examination. Such an examination may include evaluation of the external appearance of the eyes, visual acuity, eye movements, and visual fields; the use of a special, illuminated microscope that allows physicians to view the eye through high magnification (slit-lamp examination); and/or additional tests or procedures.
Treatment
The treatment of keratoconus is based upon the severity of the condition in the individual and the rate of progression of the disorder. In some individuals with mild symptoms, vision may be improved with the use of appropriate eyeglasses or soft contact lenses. However, progressive changes in vision often necessitate frequent prescription changes.
Keratoconus Emerging Drugs Chapters
This segment of the Keratoconus report encloses its detailed analysis of various drugs in different stages of clinical development, including phase II, I, preclinical and Discovery. It also helps to understand clinical trial details, expressive pharmacological action, agreements and collaborations, and the latest news and press releases.Keratoconus Emerging Drugs
IVMED-80: i Veena Delivery Systems The company’s lead program is IVMED-80, a novel treatment forkeratoconus.Keratoconus: Therapeutic Assessment
This segment of the report provides insights about the different Keratoconus drugs segregated based on following parameters that define the scope of the report, such as:Major Players in Keratoconus
There are approx. 10+ key companies which are developing the therapies for Keratoconus. The companies which have their Keratoconus drug candidates in the most advanced stage, i.e. phase I/II include, i Veena DeliverySystems.Phases
This report covers around 10+ products under different phases of clinical development like- Late stage products (Phase III)
- Mid-stage products (Phase II)
- Early-stage product (Phase I) along with the details of
- Pre-clinical and Discovery stage candidates
- Discontinued & Inactive candidates
Route of Administration
Keratoconus pipeline report provides the therapeutic assessment of the pipeline drugs by the Route of Administration. Products have been categorized under various ROAs such as- Oral
- Parenteral
- intravitreal
- Subretinal
- Topical.
Molecule Type
Products have been categorized under various Molecule types such as
- Monoclonal Antibody
- Peptides
- Polymer
- Small molecule
- Gene therapy
Product Type
Drugs have been categorized under various product types like Mono, Combination and Mono/Combination.Keratoconus: Pipeline Development Activities
The report provides insights into different therapeutic candidates in phase II, I, preclinical and discovery stage. It also analyses Keratoconus therapeutic drugs key players involved in developing key drugs.Pipeline Development Activities
The report covers the detailed information of collaborations, acquisition and merger, licensing along with a thorough therapeutic assessment of emerging Keratoconus drugs.Report Highlights
The companies and academics are working to assess challenges and seek opportunities that could influence Keratoconus R&D. The therapies under development are focused on novel approaches to treat/improve Keratoconus.Keratoconus Report Insights
- Keratoconus Pipeline Analysis
- Therapeutic Assessment
- Unmet Needs
- Impact of Drugs
Keratoconus Report Assessment
- Pipeline Product Profiles
- Therapeutic Assessment
- Pipeline Assessment
- Inactive drugs assessment
- Unmet Needs
Key Questions
Current Treatment Scenario and Emerging Therapies:- How many companies are developing Keratoconus drugs?
- How many Keratoconus drugs are developed by each company?
- How many emerging drugs are in mid-stage, and late-stage of development for the treatment of Keratoconus?
- What are the key collaborations (Industry-Industry, Industry-Academia), Mergers and acquisitions, licensing activities related to the Keratoconus therapeutics?
- What are the recent trends, drug types and novel technologies developed to overcome the limitation of existing therapies?
- What are the clinical studies going on for Keratoconus and their status?
- What are the key designations that have been granted to the emerging drugs?
Key Players
- i Veena DeliverySystems
Key Products
- IVMED 80
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Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- iVeena Delivery Systems