Purpose:To investigate a simple method during extracapsular cataract extraction with posteior chamber intraocular lens implantation in order to reduce surgically induced corneal astig-matism.Methods:A modified scleral...Purpose:To investigate a simple method during extracapsular cataract extraction with posteior chamber intraocular lens implantation in order to reduce surgically induced corneal astig-matism.Methods:A modified scleral flap incision was used in the extracapsular cataract extraction with intraocular lens implantation and the postoperative changes in conreal astigmatism was observed.Results:The peak value of postoperative corneal astigmatism was3.60D,and the corneal astigmatism regression was 2.11D,surgically induced astigmatism was less significant in modified scleral flap incision group than that in convention-al limbal incison group(P<0.05).Conclusions:The modified scleral flap inciston is an ideal incision for cataract ex-traction with intraocular lens implantation when phacoemulsifier is not avaliable.Eye Science1995;11:136-139.展开更多
AIM：To present a novel scleral flap suturing technique for filtering glaucoma surgery in order to control high postoperative intraocular pressure（IOP）.METHODS：Description of ‘the accordion suture＇ technique for ...AIM：To present a novel scleral flap suturing technique for filtering glaucoma surgery in order to control high postoperative intraocular pressure（IOP）.METHODS：Description of ‘the accordion suture＇ technique for mitomycin C augmented trabeculectomy.In cases of postoperative high IOP,pulling the loop of the suture helps to lift up the scleral flap by an even pressure on both edges.By means of this technique,the scleral flap opens up in an ‘‘accordion＇＇ manner,thus preventing flap obstruction and providing adequate aqueous flow.RESULTS：Our study group consisted of 8 eyes of 8 patients with neovascular glaucoma.Mean age of the subjects was 67.42±8.21 y and female/male ratio was 4/4.Mean preoperative IOP was 37±7.48 mm Hg.Mitomycin C augmented trabeculectomy was carried out on the subjects without any complications.The scleral flap closure is performed with three separate sutures;initially,our accordion suture through the center of the flap,and two releasable sutures on both corners.All the patients received removal of two side releasable sutures concomitant with pulling the accordion suture,without any complications.The average traction time was 3.5±0 wk postoperatively.The mean postoperative IOP was 11.37±2.72 mm Hg.No suture related complications were observed.CONCLUSION：This technique can be the suture of choice for filtering glaucoma surgery in experienced hands by its easy learning curve for precisely indicated patients.展开更多
文摘Purpose:To investigate a simple method during extracapsular cataract extraction with posteior chamber intraocular lens implantation in order to reduce surgically induced corneal astig-matism.Methods:A modified scleral flap incision was used in the extracapsular cataract extraction with intraocular lens implantation and the postoperative changes in conreal astigmatism was observed.Results:The peak value of postoperative corneal astigmatism was3.60D,and the corneal astigmatism regression was 2.11D,surgically induced astigmatism was less significant in modified scleral flap incision group than that in convention-al limbal incison group(P<0.05).Conclusions:The modified scleral flap inciston is an ideal incision for cataract ex-traction with intraocular lens implantation when phacoemulsifier is not avaliable.Eye Science1995;11:136-139.
文摘AIM：To present a novel scleral flap suturing technique for filtering glaucoma surgery in order to control high postoperative intraocular pressure（IOP）.METHODS：Description of ‘the accordion suture＇ technique for mitomycin C augmented trabeculectomy.In cases of postoperative high IOP,pulling the loop of the suture helps to lift up the scleral flap by an even pressure on both edges.By means of this technique,the scleral flap opens up in an ‘‘accordion＇＇ manner,thus preventing flap obstruction and providing adequate aqueous flow.RESULTS：Our study group consisted of 8 eyes of 8 patients with neovascular glaucoma.Mean age of the subjects was 67.42±8.21 y and female/male ratio was 4/4.Mean preoperative IOP was 37±7.48 mm Hg.Mitomycin C augmented trabeculectomy was carried out on the subjects without any complications.The scleral flap closure is performed with three separate sutures;initially,our accordion suture through the center of the flap,and two releasable sutures on both corners.All the patients received removal of two side releasable sutures concomitant with pulling the accordion suture,without any complications.The average traction time was 3.5±0 wk postoperatively.The mean postoperative IOP was 11.37±2.72 mm Hg.No suture related complications were observed.CONCLUSION：This technique can be the suture of choice for filtering glaucoma surgery in experienced hands by its easy learning curve for precisely indicated patients.
