Sequential changes to intraocular lens dislocation caused by vigorous ocular massage: A case report.
Wei-Shan Tsai1, Yuan-Chieh Lee1,2,3
1Department of Ophthalmology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital.
Medicine
|May 24, 2020
Summary
Vigorous ocular massage can cause sequential intraocular lens (IOL) dislocation years after cataract surgery by tearing the fibrotic capsule. Avoiding massage stabilized the IOL, but further massage led to dislocation.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Complications
Background:
- Intraocular lens (IOL) dislocations are known complications after cataract surgery.
- Sequential changes leading to IOL dislocation have not been previously documented.
- This case highlights the potential role of external factors in late IOL complications.
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