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  • Visual Science

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  • Dysphotopsiae are visual disturbances that can occur after cataract surgery.
  • Understanding the causes and patient experience of dysphotopsiae is complex due to multifactorial origins.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current literature on dysphotopsiae.
  • To focus on effective management and prevention strategies for both positive and negative dysphotopsiae.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical studies and ray-tracing diagrams.
  • Analysis of established and novel management techniques.

Main Results:

  • Improved understanding of risk factors for positive and negative dysphotopsiae.
  • Review of management strategies including piggyback intraocular lens (IOL), reverse optic capture, Nd:YAG capsulotomy, IOL exchange, infertemporal approach, and new IOL designs.

Conclusions:

  • Dysphotopsiae are a recognized complication of cataract surgery.
  • Addressing challenges in studying subjective and multifactorial dysphotopsiae has led to new insights.
  • Enhanced knowledge of treatment and prevention methods can improve patient satisfaction.