This case study addresses the surgical management of a severely subluxated cataract in a 56-year-old man with a history of myopic LASIK. The patient presented with gradual blurring of vision in the left eye, accompanied by phacodonetic changes and vitreous presence in the anterior chamber. Ultrasound biomicroscopy revealed near-total zonular loss. The case poses a surgical challenge, requiring careful consideration of IOL selection and management of zonular instability. The article presents a detailed approach to address this complex scenario, focusing on techniques for cataract extraction, IOL fixation, and management of potential complications, making it a valuable resource for ophthalmologists encountering similar cases. It further discusses the selection of monofocal IOL diopter for targeted vision correction.
Appearing in the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, this case study directly aligns with the journal's focus on surgical techniques and outcomes in cataract and refractive surgery. The detailed description of the surgical approach and considerations for IOL selection are highly relevant to the journal's readership of ophthalmologists.
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