Digital Marking for Toric Intraocular Lenses in a Patient with Cyclodeviation
Roland Seif1, Jamal Bleik1, Nada Jabbur2
1Department of Ophthalmology, Lebanese American University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.
Case Reports in Ophthalmological Medicine
|January 29, 2021
Summary
Digital marking systems improve toric intraocular lens accuracy. This technology is especially valuable for patients with astigmatism and cyclodeviation, including those with superior oblique palsy and head tilt.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Technology
- Optics
Background:
- Toric intraocular lenses (IOLs) correct astigmatism, enhancing visual outcomes.
- Accurate IOL alignment is crucial for effective astigmatism correction.
- Digital marking systems offer improved precision in IOL placement compared to traditional methods.
Observation:
- Patients with cyclodeviation and astigmatism pose unique challenges for toric IOL surgery.
- A case involving a patient with high astigmatism and superior oblique palsy is presented.
- The Verion™ digital marking system was utilized in this challenging case.
Findings:
- The Verion™ digital marking system demonstrated significant value in positioning the toric IOL.
- Precise alignment was achieved despite the patient's complex refractive error and ocular motility issue.
- Digital marking technology facilitated accurate toric IOL implantation in a complex case.
Implications:
- Digital marking systems are highly beneficial for toric IOL placement in patients with preexisting cyclodeviation.
- This technology aids in managing compensatory head tilt associated with ocular motility disorders.
- Enhanced precision with digital tools can lead to superior visual rehabilitation in complex ophthalmic surgeries.
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