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Lens density measurement with Scheimpflug camera in vitrectomised eyes.
M A Ibáñez-Ruiz1, P Beneyto-Martin1, M T Pérez-Martínez1
1Secciones de Retina y Polo anterior, Hospital Virgen de la Salud, Toledo, España.
Archivos De La Sociedad Espanola De Oftalmologia
|March 26, 2016
Summary
Vitrectomised eyes show significantly higher linear lens optical density and area compared to non-vitrectomised eyes. This study highlights the vitreous
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Lens Physiology
- Vitreoretinal Surgery
Background:
- The vitreous humor plays a role in maintaining ocular health.
- Understanding changes in lens optical density after vitrectomy is crucial for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare lens optical density (DOS) in vitrectomised versus non-vitrectomised eyes.
- To investigate the impact of vitrectomy on lens transparency.
Main Methods:
- Scheimpflug imaging was used to measure peak and linear lens optical density (DOS) and area.
- 81 vitrectomised phakic patients and their contralateral non-vitrectomised eyes were analyzed.
- Student-t test was employed for statistical comparison.
Main Results:
- Vitrectomised eyes exhibited significantly higher linear DOS and area (P<.001).
- No significant increase in peak DOS was observed in vitrectomised eyes (P=.59).
Conclusions:
- Vitrectomy leads to increased linear lens optical density.
- The findings underscore the vitreous's role in preserving lens transparency.
