Ocular Device Testing

Scientist uses advanced microscope to examine ocular disease models, demonstrating technology for ocular device testing in a sterile lab setting.

Preclinical Testing for Ocular Medical Devices

Pharmaron’s preclinical services are specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of developing ocular medical devices. We provide a complete solution, from early-stage proof-of-concept to IND-enabling GLP safety studies.

Our platform utilizes a variety of relevant animal models, including rabbits, dogs, and minipigs, to effectively evaluate device safety, biocompatibility, and functionality.

Our Specialized Capabilities:

  • Surgical Expertise: Our team has extensive experience with the surgical implantation of a wide range of devices, from common products to complex orbital implants and pumps.
  • Diverse Device Experience: We’re proficient in testing various ocular devices, including IOLs, contact lenses, glaucoma valves, drug-eluting devices, shunts, and ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVDs).
  • Integrated Assessment: We combine state-of-the-art multimodal imaging with detailed histology to provide a full picture of how a device integrates and performs. Our assessments cover both the anterior and posterior segments of the eye.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: All studies adhere to key regulatory standards, including ISO and ANSI regulations for ocular devices.

Our dedicated team of experts, which includes board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists, cornea specialists, and retinal surgeons, ensures every study is scientifically sound and fully compliant with animal welfare regulations. We provide the expertise you need to confidently move your ocular device pipeline forward.

Two scientists in surgical attire conduct medical device testing using fluoroscopy imaging, reviewing real-time X-ray scans on a dual-screen monitor.

Ocular Device Testing Services

  • Contact Lenses
  • Intraocular Lenses??
  • Drug Eluting Devices?
    • Intracameral Delivery
    • Intravitreal Delivery
  • Glaucoma Valves, Shunts
  • OVD
  • Vitrectomy
Two scientists observe a surgical team operating with advanced medical devices and imaging monitors through a large viewing window.

Imaging Modalities and Ocular Evaluation

  • Surgical/operating microscope – videography
  • Slit-lamp Photo??
  • Pupillometry??
  • Pachymetry??
  • Specular Microscopy??
  • Gonioscopy??
  • Ultrasound Imaging?
  • Fluorotron
  • Color fundoscopy??
  • Fundus autofluorescence??
  • Fluorescein angiography??

Functional Assessment:

  • Electroretinography
  • Optokinetic response (rodents)??
  • Visual evoked potential (VEP)