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Unplugging of prolene IOL loops.

F Jonasson, J M McConnell

    Ophthalmologica. Journal International D'Ophtalmologie. International Journal of Ophthalmology. Zeitschrift Fur Augenheilkunde
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    A complication rate of 2.4% was observed with Severin-type lens implants due to loop unplugging during insertion. This issue may have impacted visual outcomes in some cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Medical Device Technology
    • Surgical Complications

    Background:

    • The study examines the implantation of Severin-type intraocular lenses.
    • A total of 415 lenses were implanted between late 1981 and early 1984.
    • The research focuses on potential complications associated with the implantation procedure.

    Observation:

    • A specific complication involving the anterior loop of the lens was identified.
    • This occurred in 10 out of 415 implanted lenses, representing a 2.4% incidence rate.
    • The unplugging appeared to be linked to the use of insertion forceps during the surgical procedure.

    Findings:

    • The primary finding is the identification of anterior loop "unplugging" as a complication.
    • This complication was observed in 2.4% of Severin-type lens implantations.
    • The cause is hypothesized to be mechanical stress from insertion forceps.

    Implications:

    • The findings highlight a potential technical issue during the implantation of Severin-type lenses.
    • This complication may necessitate a review of surgical techniques or lens design.
    • Further investigation is warranted to fully understand the impact on visual outcomes.

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