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OSN Europe: Preoperative evaluation important for IOL selection in keratoconus, post-keratoplasty and post-LASIK eyes
Patient selection is crucial in achieving success with toric and multifocal IOLs. Astigmatism is the most important factor that contributes to poor visual outcomes in grafted, keratoconus and post-LASIK eyes. Today, while maintaining a clear cornea is important, success is measured by the improvement of vision.Preoperative examination is importantAccurate preoperative diagnostics are essential for patient counseling and surgical planning. In the preoperative examination, evaluation of visual acuity with spectacle refraction is also important. Toric IOL implantation can be considered in patients with mild to moderate amounts of irregular astigmatism who (Read more...)