If I implant a monofocal IOL in a cataract surgery patient with significant astigmatism and achieve a plano sphere result, I can pat myself on the back for a perfect surgery, but the patient still will not be able to see without glasses.
Similarly, for patients who are wearing progressive spectacles, a presbyopia-correcting IOL is not only a lifestyle and convenience benefit, but a safety issue. Walking down stairs with a 2.75 D reading add increases the risk for falls, which contribute to hospitalizations, a move to a nursing home (Read more...)
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