Removal of Persistent Cellular Deposits After Foldable Iris-Fixated Phakic IOL Implantation
Summary
Severe cellular deposits after Artiflex intraocular lens implantation can cause vision loss. Mechanical polishing of the lens surface effectively resolved these deposits and restored vision long-term.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Biomaterials Science
Background:
- Artiflex intraocular lenses (IOLs) are used for refractive error correction.
- Cellular deposits on IOL surfaces can impair visual function.
Observation:
- A case of severe, recurrent cellular deposits on an Artiflex IOL posterior surface is presented.
- Deposits led to a five-line loss in corrected distance visual acuity despite topical steroid treatment.
Findings:
- Mechanical polishing of the IOL posterior surface successfully removed the cellular deposits.
- Complete visual recovery was achieved post-polishing with no recurrence over two years.
Implications:
- Persistent IOL cellular deposits can necessitate surgical intervention.
- Lens surface polishing offers an effective long-term solution for managing such complications.
