Clear Lens Extraction in Eyes with Primary Angle Closure and Primary Angle-Closure Glaucoma

The crystalline lens plays an important role in the pathophysiology of primary angle closure (PAC) and primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG). The aging process is associated with a progressive enlargement of the lens, resulting in greater iridolenticular and iridotrabecular contact, which exacerbates both pupillary block and appositional angle closure, irrespective of the cataract status of the lens. Cataract surgery has been shown to widen the angle and reduce intraocular pressure in eyes with PAC or PACG.

Source: Survey of Ophthalmology - April 23, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Vital P. Costa, Christopher Leung, Michael S. Kook, Shan Lin, Global Glaucoma Academy Tags: Major review Source Type: research