In:
European Journal of Ophthalmology, SAGE Publications, Vol. 13, No. 2 ( 2003-03), p. 151-154
Abstract:
To evaluate the incidence of secondary cataract in phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation using a capsular tension ring in case of zonular dehiscence. Methods Phacoemulsification using a double capsular tension ring and intraocular lens implantation was done in 65 eyes with cataract and severe zonular weakness. One year after surgery capsular opacities and fibrosis were detected in a double-blind examination. The results were compared with a control group of 36 eyes that did not have a capsular tension ring but had similar surgery. Results In the group with the capsular tension ring and implantation 7.7% of patients had moderate or severe posterior capsule opacification, compared with 36.1% in the control group. Conclusions Capsular tension rings may influence the formation of capsule opacification.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1120-6721
,
1724-6016
DOI:
10.1177/112067210301300206
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications
Publication Date:
2003
detail.hit.zdb_id:
1475018-1
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