[Implantation of intraocular lenses in the ciliary sulcus]

Ophthalmologe. 2014 Apr;111(4):305-9. doi: 10.1007/s00347-013-2855-5.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Implantation of an intraocular lens (IOL) into the ciliary sulcus is the second most common implantation site after the regular capsular bag (in the bag) placement of an IOL. Although mainly not primarily intended, it is very often used in both complicated cataract surgery and secondary implantation due to IOL dislocation or aphakia. In most cases stable positioning is possible, especially when using optic capture techniques. A variety of difficulties can occur with sulcus implantation depending on the anatomical and surgical conditions present at the time of implantation. The most anterior position of the sulcus lense has to be considered for calculation of the refractive power of the IOL.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aphakia, Postcataract / pathology
  • Aphakia, Postcataract / surgery*
  • Ciliary Body / pathology
  • Ciliary Body / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Lens Implantation, Intraocular / instrumentation*
  • Lens Implantation, Intraocular / methods*
  • Lenses, Intraocular*
  • Reoperation / instrumentation
  • Reoperation / methods