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This excerpt taken from the EYE 10-K filed Mar 3, 2008.

Multifocal and Refractive Lenses

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ReZoom — an acrylic multifocal IOL with optical zones that provide near, intermediate and distance vision, reducing that patient’s dependence on eyeglasses. This lens received approval from CMS to allow patients in the U.S. to pay the difference between the $150 reimbursement rate for IOLs and the amount that is charged. The ReZoom IOL is also approved in Europe for the treatment of presbyopia.

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Tecnis Multifocal — a multifocal IOL, available in both silicone and acrylic, with a diffractive, aspheric lens surface is approved in Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific for treatment of presbyopia.

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Verisyse — a phakic IOL that works in conjunction with the human lens to treat high myopia.

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VeriFlex — a foldable version of the Verisyse; a phakic IOL that works in conjunction with the human lens to treat high myopia, currently available outside of the U.S.

Implantation Systems. As a companion to our foldable IOLs, we market insertion systems for each of our foldable IOL models. The Unfolder, our proprietary series of implantation systems, which includes the Emerald, Emerald AR and SilverT implantation systems, is used for insertion of our foldable IOLs. These systems assist the surgeon in achieving controlled release of the intraocular lens into the capsular bag through a small incision in the eye.

Phacoemulsification Systems. We are a leading provider of phacoemulsification systems, and have a range of systems to meet market needs. Phacoemulsification systems use disposable or reusable packs that are necessary to operate the equipment. The majority of our phacoemulsification product sales are from sales of these packs and related accessories.

We currently market the following phacoemulsification systems:

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WhiteStar Signature — the WhiteStar Signature system is our premium system and our newest to the market, launched in 2007. The WhiteStar Signature system combines the proven performance of proprietary WhiteStar technology, which creates less heat and turbulence in the ocular environment, with the safety of advanced Fusion fluidics to optimize patient outcomes.

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Sovereign Compact — is a mid-sized phacoemulsification system designed to meet surgeons’ needs for an advanced phacoemulsification system, with the similar functionality of the WhiteStar Signature system, in a smaller, more portable size. The Sovereign Compact system is also available with Occlusion Mode, our proprietary fluidics system, and WhiteStar technology.

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Diplomax II — is a small-sized phacoemulsification system designed for surgeons who need a less expensive and more portable machine. These systems do not include WhiteStar technology, but do employ Occlusion Mode technology.

Viscoelastics. We are a leading provider of viscoelastic products with the Healon family of viscoelastics. The different characteristics associated with each Healon product, Healon, Healon GV and Healon5, provide surgeons with a range of viscoelastic choices that combine the familiarity of the Healon line with advanced technologies to satisfy different surgical needs. Healon was the first viscoelastic introduced into the ophthalmic surgical product market and is known for its purity and ease of use. Healon GV is of a greater viscosity than the original Healon solution. Healon5 is the first viscoadaptive agent to exhibit properties of both cohesive and dispersive viscoelastics and has the highest viscosity. Sales of our viscoelastic products represented approximately 11%, 12% and 14% of our net sales in 2007, 2006 and 2005, respectively.

Other Cataract Surgical Related Products. In addition to our IOLs, phacoemulsification equipment and viscoelastics, we also provide several ancillary products related to the cataract surgery market, including:

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Irrigating Solutions. We offer irrigating solutions for use in cataract surgery to help maintain space in the eye and to aid in removing residual tissue during phacoemulsification. Irrigating solutions are balanced saline solutions that are compatible with the natural fluid of the anterior segment of the eye.

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Custom Eye Trays. We work with partners in our local markets to offer custom eye trays to our customers. These custom eye trays typically consist of all of the ancillary items that a surgeon needs to use in a single cataract surgery, such as surgical knives, drapes, gloves and gowns. Our partners typically handle assembly, distribution and billing for the product and in most cases we receive a fee per tray from our partners.

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Capsular Tension Rings. We also sell capsular tension rings, which are inserted into the capsular bag during cataract surgery and function to stabilize the capsular bag during placement of an IOL.

This excerpt taken from the EYE 10-K filed Mar 1, 2007.

Multifocal and Refractive Lenses

· ReZoom — an acrylic multifocal IOL with optical zones that provide near, intermediate and distance vision, reducing that patient’s dependence on eyeglasses. This lens received approval from CMS to allow patients in the U.S. to pay the difference between the $150 reimbursement rate for IOLs and the amount that is charged. The ReZoom IOL is also approved in Europe for the treatment of presbyopia.

· Tecnis Multifocal — a silicone multifocal IOL with a diffractive, aspheric lens surface is approved in Europe for treatment of presbyopia.

· Verisyse — a phakic IOL that works in conjunction with the human lens to treat high myopia.

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10-K	Mar 3, 2008

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