[Neuroprotection with carotenoids in glaucoma].

Purpose: The aim of the paper was to assess the place of the natural carotenoids (lutein, zeaxanthin) in glaucoma optic neuropathy.

Methods: For this purpose, we carried out an experimental and prospective study, during 3 months, on 8 laboratory animals (Guinea pigs), which we increased the IOP, in both eyes, by cautery of two episcleral vessels. The animals were divided into treatment in two groups: the group I (5 Guinea pigs) which we modified their usual diets by adding 2 cps/day of IcapsL (6 mg lutein/zeaxanthin) and the group II (3 Guinea pigs)--control group, without increasing the diet with lutein and zeaxanthin.

[The role of Brinzolamide 1% ophtalmic suspension in corneal edema].

Purpose: The study is aimed at assessing the efficacy and safety of topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitor (IAC--i.e. ophthalmic suspension of brinzolamide 1%--Azopt) in the treatment of corneal edema.