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Laser enhancement after multifocal intraocular lens surgery: still a compromise solution?
Poster Details
First Author: A.Frings GERMANY
Co Author(s): J. Steinberg S. Linke V. Druchkiv T. Katz
Abstract Details
Purpose:
To report refractive and subjective results of laser vision enhancement in eyes with prior multifocal intraocular lens (MIOL) surgery.
Setting:
University Hospital and private chain of refractive surgery centres in Germany.
Methods:
Prospective non-interventional cohort study of two groups of consecutive refractive surgery patients. Group 1 (n= 35, study group) received an MIOL with subsequent laser vision correction after at least 6 months follow-up and was compared to group 2 (n= 33, control group) who were treated with MIOL surgery-only. Efficacy and safety index (EI and SI) and predictability of the treatment were compared accompanied by a subjective assessment of patient satisfaction.
Results:
Independent of laser enhancement, both the treatment strategies resulted in high levels of EI, SI and predictability. There were no statistically significant differences between eyes with MIOL surgery-only compared to eyes with subsequent need for laser enhancement (differences in EI, SI and predictability = P>0.05, respectively). Subjective evaluation of satisfaction with the treatment was highest in patients without need for a second surgery; however, no statistically significant differences were obtained compared to those candidates with laser enhancement (P= 0.430).
Conclusions:
In patients with residual refractive error after MIOL surgery, laser vision enhancement offers a reliable, secure and efficient way to finally fulfil the aim of the refractive treatment and most patients�� expectations.
Financial Disclosure:
NONE
