Combined aniridic intraocular lens implantation and vitreoretinal surgery

Abstract

A 45-year-old man presented with post-traumatic aniridia. We describe the combined surgery done to treat both aniridia and epiretinal membrane simultaneously. A combined aniridia intraocular lens and vitreoretinal surgery was done. The case report highlights the advantage of combined surgery in terms of cost factor and surgical time.

Combined pars plana vitrectomy and artificial iris diaphragm implant after globe rupture

“…The combined repair of RD and aniridia after GR offers the advantage of addressing all issues at one time in an effort to restore anatomy and minimize the risk of keratopathy [5]. Separation between the posterior and the vitreous chamber, in fact, not only is a pre-requisite for tamponade confinement and corneal preservation but restores the volume and geometry of the vitreous chamber, producing a more effective tamponade due to better retinal contact.…”

Cataract surgery and aniridia

“…In addition to the traumatic cases, in which combined measures with cataract extraction and iris replacement may be indicated by the underlying condition, there are two reports of such interventions combined with vitreoretinal surgery [28,29], and one with keratoplasty [30], all in trauma induced (partial) aniridia. Results and complications are within what is described for noncombined cases.…”

Preclinical biocompatibility and biosafety evaluation of a new foldable brown diaphragm intraocular lens: An in vitro and in vivo study

“…Patients with iris defects mainly present with photophobia, tears, and unclear vision, which seriously affect their visual quality. Iris abnormalities are also a cosmetic issue 14–17 . Due to the lack of effective treatments, the quality of life of these patients is seriously affected.…”

“…Iris abnormalities are also a cosmetic issue. [14][15][16][17] Due to the lack of effective treatments, the quality of life of these patients is seriously affected.…”