Alcon Completes Acquisition Of Ivantis, Inc., Bringing Hydrus Microstent Into Its Global Surgical Portfolio
Alcon Completes Acquisition Of Ivantis, Inc., Bringing Hydrus Microstent Into Its Global Surgical Portfolio
01/10/22, 6:01 AM
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Alcon (SIX/NYSE: ALC), the global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly, today announced the closing of its previously announced acquisition of Ivantis®, developer of the novel Hydrus® Microstent, a minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) device designed to lower eye pressure for open-angle glaucoma patients in connection with cataract surgery.*
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Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning more than seven decades, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, and refractive errors. Our more than 23,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at www.alcon.com.