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Phacoemulsification in spherophakia with corneal touch.
1Department of Clinical Science/Ophthalmology, Umeå University Hospital, Umeå, SE-901 85 Sweden. anders_behndig@hotmail.com
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Phacoemulsification surgery successfully treated a young man with lens dislocation due to spherophakia. Modern small-incision techniques offer excellent outcomes for complex cataract cases.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Techniques
Background:
- Spherophakia, a rare condition, can lead to lens dislocation and secondary complications.
- Anterior lens dislocation in spherophakia can cause corneal edema due to endothelial contact.
Observation:
- A 31-year-old male patient presented with anterior dislocation of a spherophakic lens.
- The dislocation resulted in corneal endothelial contact and central corneal edema.
Findings:
- Phacoemulsification with foldable acrylic intraocular lens implantation was performed.
- The surgical procedure was uneventful, with a successful outcome.
Implications:
- Small-incision cataract surgery is highly beneficial for managing complex cases like spherophakia with lens dislocation.
- This case highlights the efficacy of modern surgical approaches in preserving visual function in challenging ophthalmic conditions.