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Refractive and Visual Outcomes of a Monofocal Non-Constant Aberration Aspheric Intraocular Lens
Adrián Hernández-Martínez1, Miguel A Díaz-Del-Rio1, María Ruiz-Santos1
1Ophthalmology Department, Oftalvist Huelva, Huelva, Spain.
Clinical Ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)
|August 17, 2022
Summary
Cataract surgery using a new aspheric intraocular lens (IOL) demonstrated excellent visual acuity and refractive accuracy. This monofocal IOL is a suitable option for routine cataract procedures.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Refractive Surgery
- Intraocular Lens Technology
Background:
- Cataract surgery is a common procedure to restore vision.
- Advancements in intraocular lens (IOL) technology aim to improve visual outcomes.
- Aspheric IOL designs are being developed to minimize optical aberrations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the refractive and visual outcomes of cataract surgery with a new monofocal non-constant aberration aspheric intraocular lens (IOL).
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 90 eyes from 86 patients implanted with the CT LUCIA 621P IOL.
- Assessment of refractive error, monocular corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA), and uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA).
- Evaluation at 1-month post-surgery, recording intra- and post-operative complications.
Main Results:
- Postoperative mean UDVA was 0.64±0.22 and CDVA was 0.89±0.13.
- 90% of eyes achieved visual acuity within ±1.00 D and 73.33% within ±0.50 D of the target refraction.
- Mean postoperative spherical equivalent was -0.18±0.55D, with no reported adverse events.
Conclusions:
- Cataract surgery with this monofocal aspheric IOL provides good visual performance and refractive outcomes.
- The CT LUCIA 621P IOL is a viable option for standard cataract surgery practices.
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