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Complications of cosmetic iris implants
Sureka Thiagalingam1, Pamela Tarongoy, Pedram Hamrah
1Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, and Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, USA.
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
|June 24, 2008
Summary
Cosmetic iris implants for iris color change can cause serious eye problems like uveitis and glaucoma. These implants require medical necessity and careful monitoring due to potential complications.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical device safety
- Ocular surgery
Background:
- Cosmetic intraocular iris implants for iris color alteration are a recent innovation.
- The safety profile and potential complications associated with these implants are not well-documented.
Observation:
- A case of bilateral cosmetic iris implantations is presented.
- The patient underwent implantation solely for aesthetic purposes.
Findings:
- The patient rapidly developed severe ocular complications, including uveitis, corneal decompensation, and ocular hypertension.
- These adverse events necessitated the explantation of the iris implants.
Implications:
- The use of cosmetic iris implants should be restricted to cases with clear medical indications.
- Meticulous surgical technique and comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative monitoring are crucial for patients undergoing iris implant procedures.
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