Alcon’s Latest Equipment Breakthrough Technologies, Unity VCS and Unity CS, Receive U.S. FDA 510(k) Clearance
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Combined vitreoretinal-cataract system (VCS) and standalone cataract system (CS) are cleared for use in the
U.S. - New, proprietary technologies designed to deliver transformative surgical innovation
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Alcon to immediately begin collecting real-world user experience in theU.S. prior to broad commercialization in 2025 - First innovations to be introduced from Alcon’s cutting-edge Unity portfolio of surgical equipment
Ad Hoc Announcement Pursuant to Art. 53 LR
“At Alcon, we have a long legacy of involving our customers throughout the research and development process to deliver bold innovation in ophthalmology, and we would like to thank those who helped us arrive at today’s milestone,” said
Unity VCS and Unity CS introduce significant workflow efficiencies over Alcon’s current market-leading systems, CONSTELLATION® Vision System for vitreoretinal procedures and CENTURION® Vision System with ACTIVE SENTRY® for cataract surgery.
“I have been closely involved in the development of Unity VCS and Unity CS; this truly innovative system is a significant upgrade of Alcon’s best-in-class technologies,” said
Worldwide, there will be an estimated 31 million cataract surgeries in 2024, and that number is expected to increase to 37 million by 2029.1 There will be approximately 2.2 million vitrectomy procedures in 2024 across the globe.2
Today, there are more than 28,000 Centurion and Constellation devices in the market that will be targeted for upgrade to the Unity platform over the next decade. In addition to the system, Unity VCS and Unity CS bring first-to-market technologies and consumables that are designed to drive significant benefits for the surgeon, staff and patients.
Unity VCS and Unity CS are the latest innovations from the Alcon Vision Suite—a portfolio of innovative products designed to help Eye Care Professionals increase clinic and OR efficiency, and deliver exceptional patient experiences. The Alcon Vision Suite will continue to grow with cutting-edge Unity products expected to be introduced over the coming years, adding to our market-leading legacy products which will continue to be available and serviceable. Unity VCS and Unity CS will be supported by Alcon’s training, product maintenance and Services teams.
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About
About UNITY VCS and UNITY CS
Indications / Intended Use: The UNITY® VCS (Vitreoretinal Cataract System) console, when used with compatible devices, is indicated for use during anterior segment (i.e. phacoemulsification and removal of cataracts) and posterior segment (i.e. vitreoretinal) ophthalmic surgery. In addition, with the optional laser this system is indicated for photocoagulation (i.e. vitreoretinal and macular pathologies), iridotomy and trabeculoplasty procedures. The UNITY® CS (Cataract System) console, when used with compatible devices, is indicated for use during anterior segment (i.e. phacoemulsification and removal of cataracts) ophthalmic surgery. Refer to the Directions for Use for the accessories/consumables and User Manual for a complete listing of indications, warnings, cautions and notes.
References
- Market Scope 2024 IOL Market Report, 2024.
- Market Scope 2024 Retinal Surgical Device Market Report, 2024.
- Market Scope 2024 Cataract Surgical Equipment Market Report, 2024.
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