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Influence of aqueous humor convection current on IOL opacification

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Background and Purpose

The opacification of Akreos Adapt (Bausch & Lomb, Rochester; NY) intraocular lens (IOL) has been previously reported in Literature. A metabolic change in aqueous humour was considered as the main trigger factor to IOL opacification. We report our case and discuss the association with Ex-PRESS, highlighting the particular pattern of IOL opacification and its possible relation with the intraocular convective motions of the aqueous.

Material and Methods

We analyzed our case using both digital slit lamp acquisition and OCT Visante (Zeiss, Germany) images. A literature review was conducted to evaluate our results with that previously reported.

Conclusion

The role of a relative stationary flow was reported as suggested concurrent mechanism in IOL opacification phenomenon.

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  1. Head and Neck Department—Ophthalmology Division, Catholic University of “Sacro Cuore”, Rome, Italy

    A. Agresta, A. Giudiceandrea, T. Salgarello, C. Manganelli, R. Fasciani & A. Caporossi

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Agresta, A., Giudiceandrea, A., Salgarello, T. et al. Influence of aqueous humor convection current on IOL opacification. Int Ophthalmol 37, 1337–1339 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-016-0400-7

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