Pmd3 - Methods for Quantifying Posterior Capsular Opacification and the Impact of Intraocular Lens Material on Severity Scores - A Systematic Literature Review
Abstract:OBJECTIVES: Posterior capsular opacification (PCO) is the most common complication after cataract surgery and its development is associated with several factors, including lens material and design of implanted intraocular lens (IOL). Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy is the only effective treatment for PCO, however, the procedure places a financial burden on health care systems and has been shown to be associated with a number of complications. A systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted to complile evidence on … Show more
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