Intraocular lenticuli

Abstract

The operation adds to the complications of cataract surgery. In some patients the implantation is very easy, but in some in whom it is most desirable it can be quite difficult. In only two cases was the operation not performed because of technical difficulty. This report presents the author's early experiences with intraocular pupillary lenses between November, 1970, and October, 1972. An increasing number of these lenses has been used since October, 1972, and our results encourage their continued use. Long-term results (Pearce, 1972) indicate a low incidence of late complications with iris-supported pupillary lenticuli compared with lenses supported in the angle of the anterior chamber. In terms of the postoperative course, apart from the first few days in hospital, these patients seem to be much easier to manage and their rehabilitation is quicker because their vision is more natural than after standard cataract surgery.