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This is a study of 63 cases of posterior chamber intraocular lenses implanted in diabetics, with and without retinopathy, undertaken in 1984. 53 (84%) out of the 63 eyes obtained 6/12 or better vision. Excluding preexisting diseases, 52 (95%) out of 55 obtained 6/12 or better vision. Argon laser therapy was performed in 11 patients post-operatively with no difficulties.
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Ngui, M.S.H., Lim, A.S.M. & Chong, A.B. Posterior chamber intraocular lenses in diabetics. Int Ophthalmol 8, 257–259 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00137654
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