Phacoemulsification in a case of microspherophakia

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Microspherophakia, a rare congenital condition, can cause significant visual impairment due to associated lenticular myopia.
• Disabling myopia significantly impacts a patient's quality of life, necessitating effective treatment options.

Observation:

• A 14-year-old female presented with microspherophakia and severe myopia.
• The patient experienced a substantial decline in her quality of life due to the visual impairment.

Findings:

• Phacoemulsification with the implantation of an acrylic foldable intraocular lens was performed.
• Nylon iris hooks were utilized to facilitate the surgical procedure, ensuring it was uneventful.

Implications:

• This case demonstrates the successful surgical correction of microspherophakia-associated myopia in a young patient.
• The use of acrylic foldable intraocular lenses and iris hooks offers a viable and effective treatment strategy for similar cases.