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[Pseudophakia and the pupil].

W Doden

    Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
    |September 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Postoperative pupil disturbances after intraocular lens implantation can occur due to various factors. While YAG laser surgery can restore clarity, challenges remain with extracapsular cataract extraction methods.

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    [Experiences with different artificial lenses].

    Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde·1983

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Surgical Complications
    • Intraocular Lenses

    Context:

    • Discusses pupil disturbances following over 2500 intraocular lens (IOL) implantations.
    • Experience derived from extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) and phacoemulsification procedures.

    Purpose:

    • To analyze the causes and consequences of postoperative pupil abnormalities.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness and limitations of YAG laser surgery for secondary cataract.

    Summary:

    • Pupil shape changes can result from iris-fixed IOLs, inflammation, cortical remnants, or capsule issues, leading to synechiae and iris damage.
    • Secondary cataract requiring treatment occurred in approximately 10% of patients over seven years.
    • Current ECCE with posterior chamber lens implantation methods are not fully satisfactory due to potential glare from optic irregularities.

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    Impact:

    • Highlights the functional impact of pupil shape changes and synechiae on vision.
    • Suggests YAG laser surgery as the primary treatment for secondary cataract but notes unresolved issues.
    • Recommends against primary or secondary capsulotomy post-pseudophakia implantation.