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L Mastropasqua1, L Lobefalo, P E Gallenga

  • 1Institute of Ophthalmology, University G d'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy.

Documenta Ophthalmologica. Advances in Ophthalmology
|January 1, 1994
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Iris defects like pigmentary dispersion syndrome and glaucoma are common in pseudophakic patients. Diabetic patients show a higher prevalence, suggesting preventive alpha-blocker use even without high eye pressure.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Ocular Surgery
  • Glaucoma Research

Background:

  • Iris defects, including pigmentary dispersion syndrome and pigmentary glaucoma, can occur in patients with posterior chamber intraocular lenses.
  • These conditions are associated with pseudophakic eyes where the intraocular lens is placed in the sulcus.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the prevalence of pigmentary dispersion syndrome and pigmentary glaucoma in a cohort of pseudophakic patients.
  • To identify risk factors, such as diabetes mellitus, associated with these ocular complications.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted on 920 pseudophakic patients (920 eyes).
  • Prevalence rates of pigmentary dispersion syndrome and pigmentary glaucoma were assessed.
  • Comparison of complication rates between diabetic and non-diabetic patients was performed.

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Main Results:

  • 16.08% of patients exhibited pigment dispersion syndrome.
  • 1.96% of patients developed pigmentary glaucoma.
  • Diabetic patients demonstrated a statistically significant higher prevalence of these conditions compared to non-diabetic patients (p < 0.05).

Conclusions:

  • The findings highlight a significant prevalence of iris defects and related glaucoma in pseudophakic patients.
  • Diabetes mellitus is identified as a risk factor for increased prevalence of these complications.
  • Preventive use of alpha-blockers is suggested for patients with pigment dispersion syndrome or diabetes mellitus, even in the absence of ocular hypertension.