Elsevier

Survey of Ophthalmology

Volume 29, Issue 1, July–August 1984, Pages 1-54
Survey of Ophthalmology

Review
Complications of intraocular lenses. A historical and histopathological review

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Abstract

Recent improvements in intraocular lens (IOL) design, manufacturing techniques, and surgical techniques have greatly reduced the incidence of complications following implantation, and many authors now consider IOL implantation to be among the most safe and effective major surgical procedures. However, adverse reactions are still seen — some as late sequelae of carlier IOL designs and implantation techniques and some as sequelae of more recent implantations using “state-of-the-art” lenses and surgical techniques. Complications may be due to various factors, including surgical technique, IOL design, or the inability of some eyes with preexisting disease to tolerate an implant. The authors trace the evolution of IOLs since Ridley's first implant, summarizing the modifications in lenses and surgical techniques that were made as complications were recognized. They then review the clinical and histopathological features of selected cases from more than 200 IOLs and/or globes removed due to IOL-related complications and studied in the University of Utah Ocular Pathology Laboratory. It is hoped that this review will provide insights into the pathogenesis of IOL complications, enhancing the current success of implant procedures and stimulating further basic and clinical research in this area.

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    Supported in part by an award from the American Intra-Ocular Implant Society, and by the Center for Intraocular Lens Research, Salt Lake City, Utah.

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