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Preliminary Findings in Cataract Surgery Using a Digital Microscope Platform With Infrared Illumination
Brady Wortz1, Thiago Moulin1, Mariam Bakhtyari1
1Department of Ophthalmology, The Eye Institute of West Florida, Largo, Florida, USA.
Journal of Ophthalmology
|May 21, 2026
Summary
Infrared (IR) illumination in cataract surgery proved safe and effective, with all patients preferring it over traditional microscopes. This digital microscope technology shows promise for ophthalmic procedures.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Technology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Cataract surgery is a common procedure.
- Microscope illumination is crucial for visualization.
- Advancements in surgical visualization are needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the safety and efficacy of infrared (IR) illumination via a digital microscope for cataract surgery.
- To evaluate patient preference for IR illumination compared to traditional microscope illumination.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective case series of 39 eyes undergoing cataract surgery.
- Procedures performed by a single surgeon using topical anesthesia.
- Outcomes included intraoperative complications, surgical time, effective phacoemulsification time (EPT), and patient preference.
Main Results:
- No intraoperative complications were observed.
- Mean surgical time was 8.33 minutes; mean EPT was 1.77 seconds.
- All 33 patients preferred IR microscope illumination over traditional methods.
Conclusions:
- IR illumination using a digital microscope is safe and effective for cataract surgery.
- Patients showed a strong preference for IR illumination.
- IR-based visualization technology warrants further investigation in ophthalmic surgery.
