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IOL surface alterations uncommon but troublesome
The physical nature of an IOL depends mainly on the material it is made up of. Although surface changes on the lens capsule can manifest as capsular opacification, as often noted after cataract surgery, IOL surface changes are not common. Optic abrasions, pigment dispersion, discoloration and opacification are the possible surface changes that can happen in the optic. An optic of 3 mm to 4 mm covers the pupillary zone in a normal anatomical situation, and surface abnormalities in this zone risk disturbing the patient’s best corrected vision. Optic opacification (Read more...)