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    Using air during cataract surgery significantly reduces corneal endothelial cell loss. This method protected 15% of cells compared to 32% loss without air, improving patient outcomes.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Corneal Science
    • Surgical Innovation

    Background:

    • Cataract extraction with lens implantation is a common procedure.
    • Corneal endothelial cell loss is a significant concern following intraocular surgery.
    • The use of air in the anterior chamber during lens implantation is a technique that may mitigate cell loss.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of air instillation in the anterior chamber on corneal endothelial cell loss during intracapsular cataract extraction with lens implantation.
    • To compare endothelial cell loss in eyes with and without air used during lens implantation.

    Main Methods:

    • 26 consecutive intracapsular cataract extractions with lens implantation were performed.
    • The first nine procedures were done without air, while the subsequent 17 used air in the anterior chamber.

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  • Central corneal endothelium was photographed before and within five days post-surgery for computer analysis.

    • Main Results:

    • Average central corneal endothelial cell loss was 32% without air versus 15% with air.
    • Increased cell loss correlated with failure to use air, operative trauma, and higher postoperative intraocular pressure.
    • Preoperative variations in endothelial cell size predicted greater corneal thickening post-surgery.

    Conclusions:

    • Instilling air into the anterior chamber during lens implantation significantly reduces corneal endothelial cell loss.
    • This technique offers a protective effect against endothelial damage during cataract surgery.
    • Minimizing endothelial cell loss is crucial for maintaining corneal health and visual function post-cataract extraction.