Influence of aqueous humor convection current on IOL opacification

Background and Purpose The opacification of Akreos Adapt (Bausch & Lomb, Rochester; NY) intraocular lens (IOL) has been previously reported in Literature. A metabolic change in aqueous humour was considered as the main trigger factor to IOL opacification. We report our case and discuss the assoc...

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Published in:International ophthalmology 2017-12, Vol.37 (6), p.1337-1339
Main Authors: Agresta, A., Giudiceandrea, A., Salgarello, T., Manganelli, C., Fasciani, R., Caporossi, A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Aqueous Humor - physiology
Aqueous humour
Calcium Compounds - metabolism
Cataract - etiology
Convection
Digital imaging
Female
Humans
Image acquisition
Lens Implantation, Intraocular - adverse effects
Lenses, Intraocular
Literature reviews
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Ophthalmology
Photo Essay
Trigger factor
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Summary:Background and Purpose The opacification of Akreos Adapt (Bausch & Lomb, Rochester; NY) intraocular lens (IOL) has been previously reported in Literature. A metabolic change in aqueous humour was considered as the main trigger factor to IOL opacification. We report our case and discuss the association with Ex-PRESS, highlighting the particular pattern of IOL opacification and its possible relation with the intraocular convective motions of the aqueous. Material and Methods We analyzed our case using both digital slit lamp acquisition and OCT Visante (Zeiss, Germany) images. A literature review was conducted to evaluate our results with that previously reported. Conclusion The role of a relative stationary flow was reported as suggested concurrent mechanism in IOL opacification phenomenon.
ISSN:0165-5701
1573-2630
DOI:10.1007/s10792-016-0400-7