Unusual Internal Astigmatism Due to Severe Capsule Contraction Syndrome

Capsule contraction syndrome is a complication of continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis created during phacoemulsification that usually occurs within the first 3 months following surgery.1 More than its optic or haptic design, the intraocular lens (IOL) material appears to be a major risk factor for capsule contraction syndrome.2 Silicon and acrylic hydrophilic2 IOLs seem to be more frequently associated with such a complication. Some preexisting disorders, such as retinitis pigmentosa,3 exfoliation syndrome, diabetes melitus,4 myotonic muscular dystrophy, pars planitis, and high myopia,5 also
Source: Journal of Refractive Surgery - Category: Opthalmology Authors: Source Type: research