Interpseudophakos intraocular lens surface opacification as a late complication of piggyback acrylic posterior chamber lens implantation

J Cataract Refract Surg. 2000 Mar;26(3):448-55. doi: 10.1016/s0886-3350(99)00399-5.

Abstract

We present a case involving opacification of the apposing surfaces of 2 acrylic intraocular lenses (IOLs) that had been implanted in a piggyback fashion 16 months previously. Clinical observations derived from our experience with piggyback acrylic lens implantation are presented, along with a discussion of late complications of piggyback IOL implantation and recommendations.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acrylic Resins*
  • Cataract / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lens Implantation, Intraocular / adverse effects*
  • Lenses, Intraocular*
  • Middle Aged
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Reoperation
  • Visual Acuity

Substances

  • Acrylic Resins