Posters

Simultaneous penetrating keratoplasty and implantation of a new scleral fixated, sutureless, posterior chamber intraocular lens (Soleko, Carlevale): a novel technique

Poster Details

First Author: M.Petrelli GREECE

Co Author(s):    L. Schmutz   K. Hashemi   E. Gkaragkani   K. Droutsas   G. Kymionis        

Abstract Details

Purpose:

To describe a novel technique of combinedpenetrating keratoplasty (PKP) with implantation of a new scleral fixated, sutureless, posterior chamber intraocular lens (PC-IOL) (Soleko, Carlevale).

Setting:

Jules Gonin Eye Hospital, University of Lausanne

Methods:

New surgical approach description.

Results:

We describe a novel technique for the management of PKP graft failure and post-traumatic aphakia with repeat-PKP and simultaneous implantation of a new scleral fixated, sutureless PC-IOL. The postoperative course was uneventful andthe patient reported marked improvement in his vision. Up to 6 months postoperatively, the graft showed no signs of failure or rejection, the IOL remained well-positioned and no complications were observed.

Conclusions:

The favorable final outcome of our patient suggests that simultaneous PKP and implantation of this new scleral fixated, sutureless PC-IOL may represent an efficient and effective method for the management of aphakia combined with corneal scarring.

Financial Disclosure:

None