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Phaco in pre-existing PCR with 3 piece IOL

Poster Details

First Author: N.Prasad INDIA

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Abstract Details

Purpose:

Conventional phacoemulsification has been done in case of pre-existing large posterior capsule rupture uneventfully with implantation of three piece IOL.

Setting:

Buddha Eye Care & Laser Centre,India

Methods:

A 21 year old male presented with cataract with PCR . Slow motion phacoemulsification has been done successfully and posterior capsule has been enlarged in circular fashion with anterior vitrectomy . At the end of the surgery 3 piece foldable IOL has been implanted in the sulcus.

Results:

Next postoperative day vision was 6/6 with well entered IOL in the sulcus.

Conclusions:

This case has been managed successfully conventionally because of fibrosed posterior capsule tear withhold the procedure without fear of enlargement and nucleus drop . Preferred IOL in this case was three piece which was implanted successfully in this case . It is concluded that phaco is safe in post traumatic cataract with fibrosed posterior capsule rupture.

Financial Disclosure:

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