In his beautiful book,Consilience:The Unity of Knowledge,the eminent biologist Edward O Wilson,advocates the need for integration and reconciliation across the sciences.He defines consilience as“literally a‘jumping ...In his beautiful book,Consilience:The Unity of Knowledge,the eminent biologist Edward O Wilson,advocates the need for integration and reconciliation across the sciences.He defines consilience as“literally a‘jumping together’of knowledge with a linking of facts…to create a common groundwork of explanation”.It is the premise of this paper that as much as basic biomedical research is in need of data generation using the latest available techniques–unifying available knowledge is just as critical.This involves the necessity to resolve contradictory findings,reduce silos,and acknowledge complexity.We take the cornea and the lens as case studies of our premise.Specifically,in this perspective,we discuss the conflicting and fragmented information on protein aggregation,oxidative damage,and fibrosis.These are fields of study that are integrally tied to anterior segment research.Our goal is to highlight the vital need for Wilson’s consilience and unity of knowledge which in turn should lead to enhanced rigor and reproducibility,and most importantly,to greater understanding and not simply knowing.展开更多
AIM:To predict postoperative intraocular lens(IOL)position using the Sirius anterior segment analysis system and investigate the effect of lens position and IOL type on postoperative refraction.METHODS:A total of 97 p...AIM:To predict postoperative intraocular lens(IOL)position using the Sirius anterior segment analysis system and investigate the effect of lens position and IOL type on postoperative refraction.METHODS:A total of 97 patients(102 eyes)were enrolled in the final analysis.An anterior segment biometry measurement was performed preoperatively with Sirius and Lenstar.The results of predicted lens position(PLP)and IOL power were automatically calculated by the software used by the instruments.Effective lens position(ELP)was measured manually using Sirius 3 mo postoperatively.Pearson's correlation analysis and linear regression analysis were used to determine the correlation of lens position to other parameters.RESULTS:PLP and ELP were positively correlated to axial length(AL;r=0.42,P<0.0001 and r=0.49,P<0.0001,respectively).There was a weak correlation between the peLP(ELP-PLP)and the prediction error of spherical refraction(peSR;r=0.34,P<0.0001).The peLP of Softec HD IOL differed statistically from those of both the TECNIS ZCB00 and Sensor AR40E IOLs.Multiple linear regression was used to obtain the prediction formula:ELP=0.66+0.63×[aqueous depth(AQD)+0.6 LT](r=0.61,P<0.0001),and a new variable(AQD+0.6 LT)was found to have the strongest correlation with ELP.CONCLUSION:The Sirius anterior segment analysis system is helpful to predict ELP,which reduces postoperative refraction error.展开更多
AIM:To evaluate the postoperative refractive prediction error(PE)and determine the factors that af fect the refractive outcomes of combined pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)or silicone oil removal(SOR)with cataract surgery.M...AIM:To evaluate the postoperative refractive prediction error(PE)and determine the factors that af fect the refractive outcomes of combined pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)or silicone oil removal(SOR)with cataract surgery.METHODS:The study is a retrospective,case-series study.Totally 301 eyes of 301 patients undergoing combined PPV/SOR with cataract surgery were enrolled.Eligible individuals were separated into four groups according to their preoperative diagnoses:silicone oil-filled eyes after PPV(group 1),epiretinal membrane(group 2),macular hole(group 3),and primary retinal detachment(RD;group 4).The variables af fecting postoperative refractive outcomes were analyzed,including age,gender,preoperative best-corrected visual acuity(BCVA),axial length(AL),keratometry average,anterior chamber depth(ACD),intraocular tamponade,and vitreoretinal pathology.The outcome measurements include the mean refractive PE and the proportions of eyes with a PE within±0.50 diopter(D)and±1.00 D.RESULTS:For all patients,the mean PE was-0.04±1.17 D,and 50.17%of patients(eyes)had a PE within±0.50 D.There was a significant difference in refractive outcomes among the four groups(P=0.028),with RD(group 4)showing the least favorable refractive outcome.In multivariate regression analysis,only AL,vitreoretinal pathology,and ACD were strongly associated with PE(all P<0.01).Univariate analysis revealed that longer eyes(AL>26 mm)and a deeper ACD were correlated with hyperopic PE,and shorter eyes(AL<26 mm)and a shallower ACD were correlated with myopic PE.CONCLUSION:RD patients have the least favorable refractive outcome.AL,vitreoretinal pathology,and ACD are strongly associated with PE in the combined surgery.These three factors affect refractive outcomes and thus can be used to predict a better postoperative refractive outcome in clinical practice.展开更多
AIMTo assess lens thickness measurements with anterior segment-optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) in comparison with A-scan ultrasonography (A-scan US).METHODSThere were 218 adult subjects (218 eyes) aged 59.2&...AIMTo assess lens thickness measurements with anterior segment-optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) in comparison with A-scan ultrasonography (A-scan US).METHODSThere were 218 adult subjects (218 eyes) aged 59.2±9.2y enrolled in this prospective cross-sectional study. Forty-three eyes had open angles and 175 eyes had narrow angles. Routine ophthalmic exam was performed and nuclear opacity was graded using the Lens Opacities Classification System III (LOCS III). Lens thickness was measured by AS-OCT (Visante OCT, Carl Zeiss Meditec, Dublin, CA, USA). The highest quality image was selected for each eye and lens thickness was calculated using ImageJ software. Lens thickness was also measured by A-scan US.RESULTSInterclass correlations showed a value of 99.7% for intra-visit measurements and 95.3% for inter-visit measurements. The mean lens thickness measured by AS-OCT was not significantly different from that of A-scan US (4.861±0.404 vs 4.866±0.351 mm, P=0.74). Lens thickness values obtained from the two instruments were highly correlated overall (Pearson correlation coefficient=0.81, P<0.001), and in all LOCS III specific subgroups except in grade 5 of nuclear opacity. Bland-Altman analysis revealed a 95% limit of agreement from -0.45 to 0.46 mm. Lens thickness difference between the two instruments became smaller as the lens thickness increased and AS-OCT yielded smaller values than A-scan US in thicker lens (β=-0.29, P<0.001)CONCLUSIONAS-OCT-derived lens thickness measurement is valid and comparable to the results obtained by A-scan US. It can be used as a reliable noncontact method for measuring lens thickness in adults with or without significant cataract.展开更多
Purpose:To investigate the occurrence,outcome and influencial factors of the pe-ripheral anterior synechia(PAS)following implantation of posterior chamber in-traocular lenses for finding a way to reduce thePAS.Subject...Purpose:To investigate the occurrence,outcome and influencial factors of the pe-ripheral anterior synechia(PAS)following implantation of posterior chamber in-traocular lenses for finding a way to reduce thePAS.Subjects;40 eyes of 38senile cataract patients with normal chamber angle and in-traocular pressue(IOP)preoperatively were examined.Methods:Extracapsular cataract extraction was performed under microscope with insertion of a posterior chamber lens implant vaulted anteriorly by 10°.Go-nioscopy and slit-lamp examination and photography of the operated eyes were performed 3to 6months postoperatively.Results:PAS were found in 20(50%)of the 40eyes.Among the 20eyes with PAS the locations of 23haptics in17eyes corresponded with those of the PAS.PAS were seen more frequently with vertically sulcus-fixated haptics than with the horizontally capsular-fixated haptics.showing a significant difference(P<0.05).88%of the eyes withPAS had pupillary edformation,but their visual acuities and IOP were not affected.Conclusions:PAS is more likely to occur with vertically sulcus-fixated IOL.Rotat-ing the capsular-fixated haptics to the horizontal position may reduce the inci-dence of PAS.Gonioscopy should be a routine follow-up examination.展开更多
AIM:To compare the simulated safe distance(SSD)preoperatively versus real safe distance(RSD)postoperatively in patients with iris-claw phakic intraocular lens(p IOL)implantation according to iris configuration.METHODS...AIM:To compare the simulated safe distance(SSD)preoperatively versus real safe distance(RSD)postoperatively in patients with iris-claw phakic intraocular lens(p IOL)implantation according to iris configuration.METHODS:Totally 60 eyes of 60 patients underwent p IOL implantation for surgical correction of myopia.Anterior chamber depth(ACD)was measured with the IOLMaster 700,and nasal and temporal safety distances(SD)were measured pre-and postoperatively using Anterior Segment Visante-OCT.SD was defined as a line measured between the edge of the optic or its simulated image to the endothelium.Eyes were divided into 3 groups:convex,concave,and plane according to preoperatory iris configuration.Statistical analysis was performed using the R program,for the comparison of independent groups and multiple comparisons,the Kruskal-Wallis test and the Dunn test were used respectively.RESULTS:Mean difference between nasal preoperative SSD and postoperative RSD was-0.36±0.38,-0.29±0.48,and-0.18±0.30 mm in the concave,convex,and plane group,respectively.Mean difference between temporal SSD and RSD was-0.36±0.37,-0.14±0.38,and-0.24±0.33 mm in the concave,convex,and plane group,respectively.There were statistically significant differences between SSD and RSS for both nasal and temporal sides in the concave and plane group(P<0.002).CONCLUSION:Preoperative SSD and postoperative RSD for iris-claw p IOL shows significant differences in patients with concave and plane iris.展开更多
Background:To evaluate efficacy and safety of combined pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)and scleral fixated intraocular lens(SFIOL)surgery as a single procedure.Methods:Retrospective interventional case series done at a tert...Background:To evaluate efficacy and safety of combined pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)and scleral fixated intraocular lens(SFIOL)surgery as a single procedure.Methods:Retrospective interventional case series done at a tertiary eye care center in Northern India.Eleven patients who underwent combined PPV and SFIOL surgery were included and analyzed retrospectively.Results:Mean age of the patients was 43.36±15.12 years(range,22-64 years).Eight were male.Mean baseline best corrected visual acuity(BCVA)was 0.78±0.63 logMAR units while the mean post-operative BCVA at 6 months follow-up was 0.37±0.29 logMAR units,the visual gain being statistically significant(P=0.021).None of the patients had a drop in BCVA with nine patients having final BCVA better than 0.48 logMAR units.Choroidal detachment(CD)was the only notable complication,seen in three patients.Other complications included two cases of intraoperative retinal breaks,a case each of reversible corneal edema,ocular hypertension and cystoid macular edema.Conclusions:Combined PPV and SFIOL is an efficacious procedure for managing IOL/lens dislocation and aphakia in a single surgery.There may be short-term reversible complications with no impact on final visual gain.展开更多
Purpose:To investigate the anterior segment in nanophthalmic eyes and their association with intraocular pressure after cataract surgery.Methods:Thirty-two nanophthalmic eyes(axial length[AL]<18.5 mm)in 18 patients...Purpose:To investigate the anterior segment in nanophthalmic eyes and their association with intraocular pressure after cataract surgery.Methods:Thirty-two nanophthalmic eyes(axial length[AL]<18.5 mm)in 18 patients and 35 normal eyes(21.0≤AL≤24.5 mm)in 35 controls who had undergone uneventful cataract surgery were included.Swept-source optical coherence tomography was used to compare the anterior segment structures between the two groups.The associations between the anterior segment characteristics of nanophthalmic eyes and postoperative intraocular pressure(IOP)were also investigated.Results:The IOP-lowering effect of cataract surgery was remarkably insufficient in nanophthalmic eyes.Peripheral anterior synechiae(PAS)were observed in 56%(18/32)of nanophthalmic eyes,and a characteristic boomerangshaped iris was observed in 28%(9/32).The anterior surface of the iris seemed"smoother"in nanophthalmic eyes than in normal eyes.Schlemm's canal(SC)diameter,SC area,trabecular meshwork(TM)thickness,TM width,and TM area were generally smaller in the nanophthalmic eyes.Younger age,higher preoperative IOP,broader PAS,and smaller SC area were main contributors to higher postoperative IOP.AL and SC diameter may also be of great importance in IOP prediction in patients without glaucoma surgery and PAS.Conclusions:The morphological features of the anterior segment in nanophthalmic eyes are significantly different from those of normal eyes.Influencing factors such as age,AL,preoperative IOP,extent of PAS,SC and TM size could all be prognostic for IOP after cataract surgery in nanophthalmic eyes.Trial registration:ClinicalTrails.gov,Trial registration number:NCT02182921,Registered 8 July 2014.展开更多
AIM: To investigate the outcomes of off label singlepiece acrylic intraocular lenses(SPA-IOL) ciliary sulcus placement compared to three-piece IOL(3P-IOL). METHODS: The charts of eight consecutive eyes of patients who...AIM: To investigate the outcomes of off label singlepiece acrylic intraocular lenses(SPA-IOL) ciliary sulcus placement compared to three-piece IOL(3P-IOL). METHODS: The charts of eight consecutive eyes of patients who received sulcus-placed SPA-IOLs between 2006 and 2009 were reviewed. None of the patients underwent IOL exchange. Charts of six age-matched patients who received sulcus placed 3P-IOLs were reviewed as a control group. RESULTS: Mean follow up was 16 mo for SPA-IOL and 23 mo for 3P-IOL. Five of 8 patients in the SPA-IOL group required chronic use of IOP lowering medications at final follow up. Of these, one patient needed glaucoma implant surgery for uncontrolled IOP. One patient in the 3P-IOL group used chronic aqueous suppression pre- and postoperatively. Four of eight eyes with SPAIOL were treated with chronic topical steroids and or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for cystoid macu-la edema, chronic uveitis, pigment dispersion syndrome or a combination of the above, compared to none in the control group. Mean best-corrected visual acuity was 20/35 in the SPA-IOL group and 20/47 in the 3PIOL group.CONCLUSION: Sulcus placed SPA-IOLs are associated with increased ocular morbidity. In select cases good visual acuity may be achieved. Due to postoperative rotation of sulcus placed toric SPA-IOLs stable astigmatism correction cannot be achieved. Alternative intraocular lenses should be considered when in-the-bag placement of SPA-IOL is not possible.展开更多
Anterior megalophthalmos (AM) is an uncommon developmental anomaly of the anterior segment of the eye with a constellation of findings that includes enlarged cornea, deep anterior chamber, posterior positioning of t...Anterior megalophthalmos (AM) is an uncommon developmental anomaly of the anterior segment of the eye with a constellation of findings that includes enlarged cornea, deep anterior chamber, posterior positioning of the iris and lens, iris stroma atrophy, hypoplasia of iris dilator, pupil displacement, large capsular bag, lens subluxation, prematurely diagnose. We present 3 AM cases that were misdiagnosed as congenital cataract with weak zonule and megalocornea. Intraocular lenses (IOLs) dislocated after standard cataract surgeries and subsequent surgery (replacing the dislocated IOLs with iris-claw intraocular lenses) achieved satisfactory outcome. Although rare, AM should be included in the differential diagnosis of enlarged cornea and we recommend implanting Artisan lens in AM patients.展开更多
文摘In his beautiful book,Consilience:The Unity of Knowledge,the eminent biologist Edward O Wilson,advocates the need for integration and reconciliation across the sciences.He defines consilience as“literally a‘jumping together’of knowledge with a linking of facts…to create a common groundwork of explanation”.It is the premise of this paper that as much as basic biomedical research is in need of data generation using the latest available techniques–unifying available knowledge is just as critical.This involves the necessity to resolve contradictory findings,reduce silos,and acknowledge complexity.We take the cornea and the lens as case studies of our premise.Specifically,in this perspective,we discuss the conflicting and fragmented information on protein aggregation,oxidative damage,and fibrosis.These are fields of study that are integrally tied to anterior segment research.Our goal is to highlight the vital need for Wilson’s consilience and unity of knowledge which in turn should lead to enhanced rigor and reproducibility,and most importantly,to greater understanding and not simply knowing.
基金Supported by Jiangsu Provincial Medical Innovation Team(No.CXTDA2017039)the Soochow Scholar Project of Soochow University(No.R5122001)。
文摘AIM:To predict postoperative intraocular lens(IOL)position using the Sirius anterior segment analysis system and investigate the effect of lens position and IOL type on postoperative refraction.METHODS:A total of 97 patients(102 eyes)were enrolled in the final analysis.An anterior segment biometry measurement was performed preoperatively with Sirius and Lenstar.The results of predicted lens position(PLP)and IOL power were automatically calculated by the software used by the instruments.Effective lens position(ELP)was measured manually using Sirius 3 mo postoperatively.Pearson's correlation analysis and linear regression analysis were used to determine the correlation of lens position to other parameters.RESULTS:PLP and ELP were positively correlated to axial length(AL;r=0.42,P<0.0001 and r=0.49,P<0.0001,respectively).There was a weak correlation between the peLP(ELP-PLP)and the prediction error of spherical refraction(peSR;r=0.34,P<0.0001).The peLP of Softec HD IOL differed statistically from those of both the TECNIS ZCB00 and Sensor AR40E IOLs.Multiple linear regression was used to obtain the prediction formula:ELP=0.66+0.63×[aqueous depth(AQD)+0.6 LT](r=0.61,P<0.0001),and a new variable(AQD+0.6 LT)was found to have the strongest correlation with ELP.CONCLUSION:The Sirius anterior segment analysis system is helpful to predict ELP,which reduces postoperative refraction error.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.81770972,No.81970843)。
文摘AIM:To evaluate the postoperative refractive prediction error(PE)and determine the factors that af fect the refractive outcomes of combined pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)or silicone oil removal(SOR)with cataract surgery.METHODS:The study is a retrospective,case-series study.Totally 301 eyes of 301 patients undergoing combined PPV/SOR with cataract surgery were enrolled.Eligible individuals were separated into four groups according to their preoperative diagnoses:silicone oil-filled eyes after PPV(group 1),epiretinal membrane(group 2),macular hole(group 3),and primary retinal detachment(RD;group 4).The variables af fecting postoperative refractive outcomes were analyzed,including age,gender,preoperative best-corrected visual acuity(BCVA),axial length(AL),keratometry average,anterior chamber depth(ACD),intraocular tamponade,and vitreoretinal pathology.The outcome measurements include the mean refractive PE and the proportions of eyes with a PE within±0.50 diopter(D)and±1.00 D.RESULTS:For all patients,the mean PE was-0.04±1.17 D,and 50.17%of patients(eyes)had a PE within±0.50 D.There was a significant difference in refractive outcomes among the four groups(P=0.028),with RD(group 4)showing the least favorable refractive outcome.In multivariate regression analysis,only AL,vitreoretinal pathology,and ACD were strongly associated with PE(all P<0.01).Univariate analysis revealed that longer eyes(AL>26 mm)and a deeper ACD were correlated with hyperopic PE,and shorter eyes(AL<26 mm)and a shallower ACD were correlated with myopic PE.CONCLUSION:RD patients have the least favorable refractive outcome.AL,vitreoretinal pathology,and ACD are strongly associated with PE in the combined surgery.These three factors affect refractive outcomes and thus can be used to predict a better postoperative refractive outcome in clinical practice.
文摘AIMTo assess lens thickness measurements with anterior segment-optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) in comparison with A-scan ultrasonography (A-scan US).METHODSThere were 218 adult subjects (218 eyes) aged 59.2±9.2y enrolled in this prospective cross-sectional study. Forty-three eyes had open angles and 175 eyes had narrow angles. Routine ophthalmic exam was performed and nuclear opacity was graded using the Lens Opacities Classification System III (LOCS III). Lens thickness was measured by AS-OCT (Visante OCT, Carl Zeiss Meditec, Dublin, CA, USA). The highest quality image was selected for each eye and lens thickness was calculated using ImageJ software. Lens thickness was also measured by A-scan US.RESULTSInterclass correlations showed a value of 99.7% for intra-visit measurements and 95.3% for inter-visit measurements. The mean lens thickness measured by AS-OCT was not significantly different from that of A-scan US (4.861±0.404 vs 4.866±0.351 mm, P=0.74). Lens thickness values obtained from the two instruments were highly correlated overall (Pearson correlation coefficient=0.81, P<0.001), and in all LOCS III specific subgroups except in grade 5 of nuclear opacity. Bland-Altman analysis revealed a 95% limit of agreement from -0.45 to 0.46 mm. Lens thickness difference between the two instruments became smaller as the lens thickness increased and AS-OCT yielded smaller values than A-scan US in thicker lens (β=-0.29, P<0.001)CONCLUSIONAS-OCT-derived lens thickness measurement is valid and comparable to the results obtained by A-scan US. It can be used as a reliable noncontact method for measuring lens thickness in adults with or without significant cataract.
文摘Purpose:To investigate the occurrence,outcome and influencial factors of the pe-ripheral anterior synechia(PAS)following implantation of posterior chamber in-traocular lenses for finding a way to reduce thePAS.Subjects;40 eyes of 38senile cataract patients with normal chamber angle and in-traocular pressue(IOP)preoperatively were examined.Methods:Extracapsular cataract extraction was performed under microscope with insertion of a posterior chamber lens implant vaulted anteriorly by 10°.Go-nioscopy and slit-lamp examination and photography of the operated eyes were performed 3to 6months postoperatively.Results:PAS were found in 20(50%)of the 40eyes.Among the 20eyes with PAS the locations of 23haptics in17eyes corresponded with those of the PAS.PAS were seen more frequently with vertically sulcus-fixated haptics than with the horizontally capsular-fixated haptics.showing a significant difference(P<0.05).88%of the eyes withPAS had pupillary edformation,but their visual acuities and IOP were not affected.Conclusions:PAS is more likely to occur with vertically sulcus-fixated IOL.Rotat-ing the capsular-fixated haptics to the horizontal position may reduce the inci-dence of PAS.Gonioscopy should be a routine follow-up examination.
文摘AIM:To compare the simulated safe distance(SSD)preoperatively versus real safe distance(RSD)postoperatively in patients with iris-claw phakic intraocular lens(p IOL)implantation according to iris configuration.METHODS:Totally 60 eyes of 60 patients underwent p IOL implantation for surgical correction of myopia.Anterior chamber depth(ACD)was measured with the IOLMaster 700,and nasal and temporal safety distances(SD)were measured pre-and postoperatively using Anterior Segment Visante-OCT.SD was defined as a line measured between the edge of the optic or its simulated image to the endothelium.Eyes were divided into 3 groups:convex,concave,and plane according to preoperatory iris configuration.Statistical analysis was performed using the R program,for the comparison of independent groups and multiple comparisons,the Kruskal-Wallis test and the Dunn test were used respectively.RESULTS:Mean difference between nasal preoperative SSD and postoperative RSD was-0.36±0.38,-0.29±0.48,and-0.18±0.30 mm in the concave,convex,and plane group,respectively.Mean difference between temporal SSD and RSD was-0.36±0.37,-0.14±0.38,and-0.24±0.33 mm in the concave,convex,and plane group,respectively.There were statistically significant differences between SSD and RSS for both nasal and temporal sides in the concave and plane group(P<0.002).CONCLUSION:Preoperative SSD and postoperative RSD for iris-claw p IOL shows significant differences in patients with concave and plane iris.
文摘Background:To evaluate efficacy and safety of combined pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)and scleral fixated intraocular lens(SFIOL)surgery as a single procedure.Methods:Retrospective interventional case series done at a tertiary eye care center in Northern India.Eleven patients who underwent combined PPV and SFIOL surgery were included and analyzed retrospectively.Results:Mean age of the patients was 43.36±15.12 years(range,22-64 years).Eight were male.Mean baseline best corrected visual acuity(BCVA)was 0.78±0.63 logMAR units while the mean post-operative BCVA at 6 months follow-up was 0.37±0.29 logMAR units,the visual gain being statistically significant(P=0.021).None of the patients had a drop in BCVA with nine patients having final BCVA better than 0.48 logMAR units.Choroidal detachment(CD)was the only notable complication,seen in three patients.Other complications included two cases of intraoperative retinal breaks,a case each of reversible corneal edema,ocular hypertension and cystoid macular edema.Conclusions:Combined PPV and SFIOL is an efficacious procedure for managing IOL/lens dislocation and aphakia in a single surgery.There may be short-term reversible complications with no impact on final visual gain.
基金funded by research grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.81870642,81970780,81470613,81100653,81670835,and 81270989)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2018YFC0116800)the Outstanding Youth Medical Talents Program of the Shanghai Health and Family Planning Commission(Grant No.2017YQ011).
文摘Purpose:To investigate the anterior segment in nanophthalmic eyes and their association with intraocular pressure after cataract surgery.Methods:Thirty-two nanophthalmic eyes(axial length[AL]<18.5 mm)in 18 patients and 35 normal eyes(21.0≤AL≤24.5 mm)in 35 controls who had undergone uneventful cataract surgery were included.Swept-source optical coherence tomography was used to compare the anterior segment structures between the two groups.The associations between the anterior segment characteristics of nanophthalmic eyes and postoperative intraocular pressure(IOP)were also investigated.Results:The IOP-lowering effect of cataract surgery was remarkably insufficient in nanophthalmic eyes.Peripheral anterior synechiae(PAS)were observed in 56%(18/32)of nanophthalmic eyes,and a characteristic boomerangshaped iris was observed in 28%(9/32).The anterior surface of the iris seemed"smoother"in nanophthalmic eyes than in normal eyes.Schlemm's canal(SC)diameter,SC area,trabecular meshwork(TM)thickness,TM width,and TM area were generally smaller in the nanophthalmic eyes.Younger age,higher preoperative IOP,broader PAS,and smaller SC area were main contributors to higher postoperative IOP.AL and SC diameter may also be of great importance in IOP prediction in patients without glaucoma surgery and PAS.Conclusions:The morphological features of the anterior segment in nanophthalmic eyes are significantly different from those of normal eyes.Influencing factors such as age,AL,preoperative IOP,extent of PAS,SC and TM size could all be prognostic for IOP after cataract surgery in nanophthalmic eyes.Trial registration:ClinicalTrails.gov,Trial registration number:NCT02182921,Registered 8 July 2014.
基金Supported by NIH Center Core,No.P30EY014801Research to Prevent Blindness Unrestricted Grant,Department of Defense,No.DOD-Grant#W81XWH-09-1-0675
文摘AIM: To investigate the outcomes of off label singlepiece acrylic intraocular lenses(SPA-IOL) ciliary sulcus placement compared to three-piece IOL(3P-IOL). METHODS: The charts of eight consecutive eyes of patients who received sulcus-placed SPA-IOLs between 2006 and 2009 were reviewed. None of the patients underwent IOL exchange. Charts of six age-matched patients who received sulcus placed 3P-IOLs were reviewed as a control group. RESULTS: Mean follow up was 16 mo for SPA-IOL and 23 mo for 3P-IOL. Five of 8 patients in the SPA-IOL group required chronic use of IOP lowering medications at final follow up. Of these, one patient needed glaucoma implant surgery for uncontrolled IOP. One patient in the 3P-IOL group used chronic aqueous suppression pre- and postoperatively. Four of eight eyes with SPAIOL were treated with chronic topical steroids and or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for cystoid macu-la edema, chronic uveitis, pigment dispersion syndrome or a combination of the above, compared to none in the control group. Mean best-corrected visual acuity was 20/35 in the SPA-IOL group and 20/47 in the 3PIOL group.CONCLUSION: Sulcus placed SPA-IOLs are associated with increased ocular morbidity. In select cases good visual acuity may be achieved. Due to postoperative rotation of sulcus placed toric SPA-IOLs stable astigmatism correction cannot be achieved. Alternative intraocular lenses should be considered when in-the-bag placement of SPA-IOL is not possible.
文摘Anterior megalophthalmos (AM) is an uncommon developmental anomaly of the anterior segment of the eye with a constellation of findings that includes enlarged cornea, deep anterior chamber, posterior positioning of the iris and lens, iris stroma atrophy, hypoplasia of iris dilator, pupil displacement, large capsular bag, lens subluxation, prematurely diagnose. We present 3 AM cases that were misdiagnosed as congenital cataract with weak zonule and megalocornea. Intraocular lenses (IOLs) dislocated after standard cataract surgeries and subsequent surgery (replacing the dislocated IOLs with iris-claw intraocular lenses) achieved satisfactory outcome. Although rare, AM should be included in the differential diagnosis of enlarged cornea and we recommend implanting Artisan lens in AM patients.