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  • Ophthalmology
  • Biomedical Engineering

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  • Cataract surgery is a prevalent procedure in the United States.
  • Intraocular lens (IOL) selection is critical for successful surgical outcomes.

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  • To review recent advancements in intraocular lens (IOL) selection.
  • To assess literature published between 2016 and 2017.

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  • Literature review of scientific articles.
  • Analysis of studies published from 2016 to 2017.

Main Results:

  • Advances in biometric technology.
  • Improved IOL formulas for challenging and postrefractive eyes.
  • Enhanced astigmatic correction and intraoperative IOL calculation methods.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate IOL selection is crucial for optimal cataract surgery results.
  • Utilizing the latest technology and formulas improves patient outcomes.
  • Continued research in IOL selection is important for advancing ophthalmic surgery.