■ Iridex Corporation announced the full market launch of the next-generation Iridex Pascal (pattern scanning laser). The new platform provides an advanced technology package combining fast and precise pattern scanning capabilities, Endpoint Management Technology, Pattern Scanning Laser Trabeculoplasty, and micropulse technology in a smaller, ergonomically optimized integrated laser platform.

The new laser offers a smaller physical footprint, intuitive touchscreen controls, and ADA-compliant wheelchair accessibility. The Pascal product line continues to efficiently deliver large laser patterns, reducing treatment time and patient discomfort during treatment. The innovative 4-fiber beam design improves depth of focus during treatment, ensuring consistent energy delivery across multiple tissue elevations and in the far periphery of the retina. Intuitive user interface provides easy access to a wide variety of pattern variations, and the auto advance feature delivers sequential patterns without taking physician’s eyes away from oculars. The Iridex Pascal is currently available in 577 nm (yellow) or 532 nm (green) models.