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Kitaguchi-Iwakiri Y, Kamoi K, Takase H, Okubo Y, Ohno-Matsui K. Long-term incidence of posterior capsular opacification in patients with non-infectious uveitis. Sci Rep 2022; 12:4296. [PMID: 35277585 PMCID: PMC8917155 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-08325-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2021] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Little is known about the long-term incidence of posterior capsule opacification (PCO) after cataract surgery in patients with uveitis. This retrospective study included 211 eyes of 146 patients with non-infectious uveitis who underwent cataract surgery and implantation of an Acrysof SN60WF (Surface: plasma-treated, Optic and Haptic: hydrophobic acrylic), iSert XY-1 (Surface: UV-ozone-treated, Optic and Haptic: hydrophobic acrylic), or iSert 251/255 (Surface: UV-ozone-treated, Optics: hydrophobic acrylic, Haptic: polymethyl methacrylate). The cumulative incidences of PCO and subsequent yttrium–aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) capsulotomy over the 5-year follow-up were analyzed, and patients who were implanted with different intraocular lenses (IOLs) were compared. Mixed-effects Cox proportional hazard models showed that, compared with the Acrysof group, the iSert XY-1 group had higher risks of PCO (adjusted HR, 7.26; 95% CI, 1.82–28.8) and Nd:YAG capsulotomy (adjusted HR, 6.50; 95% CI, 1.55–27.2). Similar results were obtained when the Acrysof group was compared with the iSert 251/255 group for PCO (adjusted HR, 8.22; 95% CI, 2.35–28.7) and Nd:YAG capsulotomy (adjusted HR, 8.26; 1.90–36.0). These data suggest that a plasma-treated surface, hydrophobic acrylic optic and hydrophobic acrylic haptic, of the IOL could enhance biocompatibility even under inflammatory conditions, thus suppressing PCO development.
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- Yuki Kitaguchi-Iwakiri
- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8519, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8519, Japan.
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- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8519, Japan
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- Division of Lifecourse Epidemiology, Department of Social Medicine, National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan.,Department of Epidemiology, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8519, Japan
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Risk of Cataract in Intermediate Uveitis. Am J Ophthalmol 2021; 229:200-209. [PMID: 33713679 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2021.02.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2020] [Revised: 02/17/2021] [Accepted: 02/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine the incidence of and predictive factors for cataract in intermediate uveitis. DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. METHODS Patients were identified from the Systemic Immunosuppressive Therapy for Eye Diseases Cohort Study, in which medical records were reviewed to determine demographic and clinical data of every eye/patient at every visit at 5 participating US tertiary care uveitis centers. The primary outcome was development of vision-compromising cataract as defined by a decrease in visual acuity to 20/40 or less, or requiring cataract surgery. Survival analysis assessed visually defined cataract to avoid bias due to timing of surgery vis-à-vis inflammatory status. RESULTS Among 2,190 eyes of 1,302 patients with intermediate uveitis, the cumulative incidence of cataract formation was 7.6% by 1 year (95% confidence interval [CI] = 6.2%-9.1%), increasing to 36.6% by 10 years (95% CI = 31.2%-41.6%). Increased cataract risk was observed in eyes with concurrent anterior uveitis causing posterior synechiae (hazard ratio = 2.68, 95% CI = 2.00-3.59, P < .001), and in eyes with epiretinal membrane formation (hazard ratio = 1.54, 95% CI = 1.15-2.07, P = .004). Higher dose corticosteroid therapy was associated with significantly higher incidence of cataract, especially time-updated use of topical corticosteroids ≥2 times/d or ≥4 periocular corticosteroid injections. Low-dose corticosteroid medications (oral prednisone 7.5 mg daily or less, or topical corticosteroid drops <2 times/d) were not associated with increased cataract risk. CONCLUSIONS Our study found that the incidence of clinically important cataract in intermediate uveitis is moderate. The risk is higher with markers of severity and with higher doses of corticosteroid medications, the latter being potentially modifiable.
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Cataract Surgery with or without Intraocular Lens Implantation in Pediatric Uveitis: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analyses. J Ophthalmol 2021; 2021:5481609. [PMID: 34221492 PMCID: PMC8213487 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5481609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Accepted: 06/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Purpose To systematically review the results of comparative studies of modern cataract surgery in pediatric uveitis with or without intraocular lens (IOL) implantation and to perform comparative meta-analyses to compare visual acuity outcomes and complication rates. Methods On 12 November 2020, we systematically searched the Cochrane Central, PubMed/MEDLINE, EMBASE, ClinicalTrials.gov, and all affiliated databases of the Web of Science. Two authors independently reviewed studies and extracted data. Studies were reviewed qualitatively in text and quantitatively with meta-analyses. Outcome measures were preoperative and postoperative best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), inflammation control, and rates of postoperative complications. Results Ten studies of 288 eyes were eligible for review of which the majority were eyes with juvenile idiopathic arthritis-associated uveitis. Summary estimates revealed that the BCVA was better in pseudophakic eyes vs. aphakic eyes (1-year postoperative: −0.23 logMAR, 95% CI: −0.43 to −0.03 logMAR, P=0.027; 5-year postoperative: −0.35 logMAR, 95% CI: −0.51 to −0.18 logMAR, P=0.000036). Pseudophakic eyes had more visual axis opacification (OR 6.76, 95% CI: 2.73 to 16.8, P=0.000036) and less hypotony (OR 0.19, 95% CI: 0.04 to 0.95, P=0.044). Conclusions In modern era cataract surgery on eyes with pediatric uveitis with IOL implantation leads to satisfactory and superior visual outcomes and no differences in complication rates apart from an increased prevalence of visual axis opacification and a decreased prevalence of hypotony when compared to aphakia. However, limitations of the retrospective design and the presence of selection bias necessitate a careful interpretation.
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Anisimova N, Arbisser L, Tzamalis A, Petrovski BÉ, Shilova N, Petrovski G, Anisimov S, Malyugin B. Corectopia grading: A novel classification system. Semin Ophthalmol 2021; 37:105-110. [PMID: 34057013 DOI: 10.1080/08820538.2021.1926517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Objectives: To present and validate the novel grading system for objective classification of corectopia.Subjects and Methods: We evaluated 28 eyes of 28 patients with or without corectopia and validated the grading and classification system for corectopia according to three major criteria: (i) direction, (ii) extent, and (iii) alteration of mydriasis. Intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and inter-rater agreement between 7 inexperienced and 1 experienced ophthalmologist against a golden standard (GS) were calculated.Results: The ICC for the 7 inexperienced ophthalmologists regarding the grading of direction and centration of the pupil was 0.83 (95% confidence interval (CI), 0.74 to 0.90; p < .001) and 0.57 (95% CI, 0.43 to 0.72; p < .001), respectively. The inter-rater agreement was the same or almost the same in cases of pupil decentration between the inexperienced, experienced ophthalmologists and the GS (k = 0.82; 95% CI, 0.64-1.00; p < .001). In assessing the direction of pupil displacement, the inter-rater agreement was almost perfect between the inexperienced (k = 0.93; 95% CI, 0.84-1.00; p < .001) and experienced (k = 0.92; 95% CI: 0.82-1.02; p < .001) ophthalmologists and the GS.Conclusion: The first detailed clinical classification is proposed for objective corectopia grading particularly relevant in documenting and assessing progressive disease. It was confirmed to be acceptable for clinical use by inexperienced and experienced ophthalmologists alike.
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- Natalia Anisimova
- Department of Eye Diseases, A.I. Yevdokimov Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Moscow, Russia.,Private Eye Center Vostok-Prozrenie, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, John A. Moran Eye Center University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Papageorgiou General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Center for Eye Research Department of Ophthalmology, Institute of Clinical MedicineFaculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Cataract and Implant Surgery, S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Moscow, Russia
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- Center for Eye Research, Department of Ophthalmology, Oslo University Hospital and Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Eye Diseases, A.I. Yevdokimov Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Moscow, Russia.,Private Eye Center Vostok-Prozrenie, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Eye Diseases, A.I. Yevdokimov Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, Moscow, Russia.,Department of Cataract and Implant Surgery, S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Moscow, Russia
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Jones NP, Jalil A, Steeples LR. Management of subluxed and dislocated intraocular lenses in patients with uveitis: a practical approach. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2020; 29:1553-1558. [PMID: 32643989 DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2020.1764592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe practical approaches to the management of subluxed or dislocated intraocular lenses (IOL) in patients with uveitis. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective case series from a specialist uveitis clinic. RESULTS Fifteen IOLs in 13 patients were subluxed inferiorly (12) or dislocated into anterior chamber (2) or vitreous (1) at a mean delay of 12 years after cataract surgery. Six eyes required vitrectomy and seven IOL explantation. A dislocated IOL was repositioned by scleral fixation in one, and a new IOL was implanted in three (two scleral-sutured, one iris-claw). Eight were observed without surgery and 7 were left functionally aphakic (4 corrected with contact lens). The mean final best-corrected visual acuity was 0.6 LogMAR. CONCLUSIONS There are several management choices for IOL dislocation which should take into account the degree of uveitis, patient age and expectations. We present a pragmatic approach: surgery can often be avoided in this high-risk group.
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- N P Jones
- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Manchester, UK.,Faculty of Biology, Medicine & Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Manchester, UK.,Faculty of Biology, Medicine & Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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Kolli H, Evers C, Murray PI. Nd:YAG Laser Posterior Capsulotomy in Adult Patients with Uveitis. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2020; 29:1537-1539. [PMID: 32255718 DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2020.1738500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Purpose: To study the complication rate of Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy in patients with uveitis.Method: Retrospective case note analysis of pseudophakic uveitis patients having undergone Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy between January 2016 and December 2018. Complications documented included uveitis flare, raised intraocular pressure, intraocular lens damage/displacement, cystoid macular edema, and retinal detachment.Results: There were 39 eyes of 38 patients (20M, 18F; age 27-89 years). Mean interval between cataract surgery and laser was 55 months (range 8-286 months). Mean laser energy was 79 mJ (range 33-207 mJ). At 3 months 62% of eyes achieved a 2-5 Snellen line improvement that was maintained at 12 months. Vision was unchanged in 21% of eyes due to preexisting pathology, with no eyes having worse vision. No post-laser complications were documented.Conclusions: Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy is a safe procedure in uveitis patients, resulting in a good improvement in vision.
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- Hema Kolli
- Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK.,Academic Unit of Ophthalmology, Institute of Inflammation and Ageing, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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Wong SW, Carley F, Jones NP. Corneal Decompensation in Uveitis Patients: Incidence, Etiology, and Outcome. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2020; 29:771-775. [DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2019.1698747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- Shiao W. Wong
- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
- Medical Academic Health Science Centre, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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Surface properties of commercially available hydrophobic acrylic intraocular lenses: Comparative study. J Cataract Refract Surg 2019; 45:1330-1334. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2019.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2019] [Revised: 03/26/2019] [Accepted: 04/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Sudhalkar A, Vasavada A, Bhojwani D, Vasavada V, Vasavada S, Vasavada V, Srivastava S. Intravitreal dexamethasone implant as an alternative to systemic steroids as prophylaxis for uveitic cataract surgery: a randomized trial. Eye (Lond) 2019; 34:491-498. [PMID: 31320735 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-019-0534-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2018] [Revised: 06/19/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To determine the utility of the dexamethasone implant (IVD) as an alternative to systemic steroids as prophylaxis against cystoid macular edema (CMO) in patients with chronic, recurrent CMO associated intermediate or posterior uveitis (IU/PU), and cataract undergoing cataract surgery. METHODS This was a randomized, parallel design, and clinical trial. Patients with IU/PU and cataract scheduled for cataract surgery were randomly assigned to receive the IVD concurrently with cataract surgery (Group 1: 20 patients) or systemic steroids (Group 2: 23 patients) tapered over 4-6 weeks along with uneventful cataract surgery and routine postoperative care. Patients with glaucoma/contraindications to steroids were excluded. All patients were followed up for 6 months. OUTCOME MEASURE Primary-incidence of postoperative CMO. Secondary-the change in BCVA (corrected distance visual acuity) and Central Subfield thickness (CST) and complications. Appropriate statistical analysis was done. RESULTS The median age was 47.3 ± 4.23 years (group 1) and 49.12 ± 5.32 years (Group 2). One patient (Group 1) and two (Group 2) developed CMO. The BCVA improved significantly in both groups (p = 0.013). The CST change was insignificant. Four patients (Group 1) required intraocular pressure (IOP) lowering medications. Three patients (Group 2) required early steroid taper. CONCLUSIONS IVD is a good alternative as prophylaxis in IU/PU and cataract in preventing postoperative CMO.
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- Aditya Sudhalkar
- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India.
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- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
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- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
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- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
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- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
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- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
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- Raghudeep Eye Hospital and Ila Devi Cataract and IOL Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
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Yoeruek E, Deuter C, Gieselmann S, Saygili O, Spitzer MS, Tatar O, Bartz-Schmidt KU, Szurman P. Long-Term Visual Acuity and its Predictors after Cataract Surgery in Patients with Uveitis. Eur J Ophthalmol 2018; 20:694-701. [DOI: 10.1177/112067211002000409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Purpose. To analyze the outcomes of phacoemulsification and posterior intraocular lens (IOL) implantation in patients with uveitis and to determine factors responsible for poor visual outcome. Methods. The records of 155 patients (180 eyes) with uveitis who had phacoemulsification and IOL implantation between August 2001 and March 2008 were examined retrospectively. Best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) was recorded at the immediate preoperative visit and at follow-up examinations every 3 months. At each postoperative visit, a complete ophthalmologic examination was performed. The postoperative visual outcomes and complications were analyzed. Univariate regression analysis was done to determine risk factors for poor visual acuity during follow-up. Results. The mean follow-up was 31.4 months (range 3–78 months). An underlying systemic disease was present in 70 (45.2%) patients (82 eyes, 45.6%). The mean preoperative logMAR BCVA was 1.13±0.62 (95% CI: 0.85–1.02) and increased to 0.42±0.57 (95% CI: 0.32–0.59) at last medical visit (p<0.001). A total of 107 eyes (59.4%) had postoperative complications including posterior capsular opacification, newly developed macular edema, recurrence of uveitis, macular epiretinal membrane, and deposits on the IOL surface. Preoperatively observed macular lesions was the factor most strongly associated with poor visual outcome after cataract surgery (odds ratio: 5.43; 95% CI: 3.41–7.34; p<0.001). Anterior segment pathologies, age at surgery, etiology of uveitis (idiopathic, uveitis associated systemic disease), and gender did not influence visual rehabilitation after surgery (p>0.05). Conclusions. The outcomes of phacoemulsification and IOL implantation in patients with uveitis were satisfactory. Patients with observed preoperative macular lesions are at risk for poor visual outcome.
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- Efdal Yoeruek
- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Centre of Ophthalmology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen - Germany
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Secchi A. Cataract Surgery in Exudative Uveitis: Effectiveness of Total Lens Removal, Anterior Vitrectomy, and Scleral Fixation of PC Iols. Eur J Ophthalmol 2018; 18:220-5. [DOI: 10.1177/112067210801800209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose Cataract surgery in exudative uveitis is often followed by severe complications (pupillary seclusion/occlusion, dense posterior capsule/anterior vitreous opacification, cystoid macular edema following repeat YAG laser procedures) which often drastically limit functional recovery Total removal of cataract, anterior vitrectomy, and scleral fixation of a posterior chamber (PC) intraocular lens (IOL) has been tried as a surgical alternative, searching for lessened postsurgical complications and a better outcome. Methods Group A was a cohort of 12 patients with cataract after exudative (mostly sarcoidosis and Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada) uveitis, subjected to intracapsular cataract extraction, anterior vitrectomy, and scleral fixation of PC IOLs. Group B was the control group, including 12 patients with a similar clinical condition subjected to phacoemulsification or extracapsular cataract extraction plus in-the-bag or in-the-sulcus IOL implantation. Follow-up time for both groups was at least 7 years. Results Postoperative inflammatory signs were substantially less in Group A patients, from 2 days up to >7 years postsurgery Group A patients showed no cells/exudates adhering to the IOL surfaces, no synechiae, minimal (as compared to Group B) vitreous opacifications, and significantly higher visual acuity (p=0.024 at the seventh year control). Group A patients reported less frequent relapses of uveitis postsurgery, but the relevant clinical data did not allow statistical evaluations. Conclusions Total removal of cataract in highly exudative uveitic eyes, plus anterior vitrectomy and scleral fixation of PC IOLs, although technically a more demanding surgical procedure, proved to be safe and more effective than classical procedures.
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- A.G. Secchi
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Padova, Padova - Italy
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The visual outcome of uveitic cataract surgery depends on the underlying uveitic diagnosis, the presence of vision-limiting pathology and perioperative optimization of disease control. A comprehensive preoperative ophthalmic assessment for the presence of concomitant ocular pathology, with particular emphasis on macula and optic nerve involvement, is essential to determine which patients will benefit from improved vision after cataract surgery. Meticulous examination in conjunction with adjunct investigations can help in preoperative surgical planning and in determining the need for combined or staged procedures. The eye should be quiescent for a minimum of 3 months before cataract surgery. Perioperative corticosteroid prophylaxis is important to reduce the risk of cystoid macular edema and recurrence of the uveitis. Antimicrobial prophylaxis may also reduce the risk of reactivation in eyes with infectious uveitis. Uveitic cataracts may be surgically demanding due to the presence of synechiae, membranes, and pupil abnormalities that limit access to the cataract. This can be overcome by manual stretching, multiple sphincterotomies or mechanical dilation with pupil dilation devices. In patients <2 years of age and in eyes where the inflammation is poorly controlled, intraocular lens implantation should be deferred. Intensive local and/or oral steroid prophylaxis should be given postoperatively if indicated. Patients must be monitored closely for disease recurrence, excessive inflammation, raised intraocular pressure, hypotony, and other complications. Complications must be treated aggressively to improve visual rehabilitation. With proper patient selection, improved surgical techniques and optimization of peri- and post-operative care, patients with uveitic cataracts can achieve good visual outcomes.
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- Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore 168751, Singapore
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW This review is timely because the outcomes of surgical invention in uveitic eyes with cataract can be optimized with adherence to strict anti-inflammatory principles. RECENT FINDINGS All eyes should be free of any cell/ flare for a minimum of 3 months preoperatively. Another helpful maneuver is to place dexamethasone in the infusion fluid or triamcinolone intracamerally at the end of surgery. Recent reports about the choice of intraocular lens material or lens design are germane to the best surgical outcome. Integrating these findings will promote better visual outcomes and allow advancement in research to further refine these surgical interventions in high-risk uveitic eyes. SUMMARY Control of inflammation has been shown to greatly improve postoperative outcomes in patients with uveitis. Despite better outcomes, more scientific research needs to be done regarding lens placement and materials and further research needs to adhere to the standardized reporting of uveitis nomenclature. Future studies should improve postoperative outcomes in eyes with uveitis so that they approach those of eyes undergoing routine cataract procedures.
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Ganesh SK, Sen P, Sharma HR. Late dislocation of in-the-bag intraocular lenses in uveitic eyes: An analysis of management and complications. Indian J Ophthalmol 2017; 65:148-154. [PMID: 28345572 PMCID: PMC5381295 DOI: 10.4103/ijo.ijo_938_16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Aim: An analysis of late in-the-bag dislocation of intraocular lenses (IOL), in uveitic eyes. Setting: Referral uveitis clinic. Design: Retrospective case series. Materials and Methods: All case records of eyes with chronic uveitis that had phacoemulsification with IOL implantation, at a referral uveitis clinic between February 1997 and January 2015 were retrieved and analyzed. Only those eyes with no documented intraoperative complication and no predisposing risks to IOL dislocation, such as pseudoexfoliation, high myopia, trauma, and prior VR surgery were included in this study. Results: A total of 581 eyes with chronic uveitis underwent phacoemulsification with IOL implantation under steroid cover from February 1997 to December 2015. Out of these 581 eyes, 10 patients (11 eyes) had experienced late in-the-bag IOL dislocation (1.89%). All 11 eyes had chronic intermediate uveitis. The mean duration from the time of cataract surgery to IOL dislocation was 11.24 years. 5 out of 11 eyes had pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) with IOL removal with 4-point sutured scleral fixated IOL. Two out of 11 eyes had PPV with in-the-bag IOL re-fixation. Out of 11, 2 eyes had PPV with IOL removal only. Remaining 2 eyes of 2 patients did not opt for surgery. Out of 11, 8 eyes had improved vision at last follow-up. Conclusions: In-the-bag dislocation of IOL is a rare late complication in uveitic eyes. With tight perioperative inflammatory control, scleral-fixated posterior chamber intraocular lens or IOL re-fixation are good options of restoring vision in these high-risk eyes.
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- Sudha K Ganesh
- Sankara Nethralaya Medical Research Foundation, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Sankara Nethralaya Medical Research Foundation, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Sankara Nethralaya Medical Research Foundation, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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To evaluate the visual outcomes of cataract surgery in patients with uveitis, and to determine risk factors for the recurrence of uveitis and postoperative complications.Eighty patients with uveitis who underwent phacoemulsification with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation were included in this retrospective study. We analyzed the following data: patient characteristics, medications used, visual acuity, and complications of cataract surgery.The mean ± standard deviation time from cataract surgery to the last visit was 20.8 ± 10.4 months. Best-corrected visual acuity improved significantly after surgery (P < .001). The visual outcome was worse in patients with Behçet disease than in patients with other etiologies of uveitis. Gender (P = .018) and IOL type (P = .020) were significantly associated with recurrent uveitis after surgery. The incidence of recurrent inflammation was not significantly different between patients who did or did not receive systemic therapy (P = .43). Perioperative systemic therapies (P = .011) and recurrent uveitis within 3 months of surgery (P = .043) were associated with posterior capsular opacification. Perioperative systemic therapies (P = .026) and recurrent uveitis after surgery (P = .006) were also significantly associated with cystoid macular edema.Patients with uveitis could benefit from cataract surgery. Patients with Behçet disease had worse postoperative prognosis than patients with other etiologies of uveitis. A heparin-surface-modified IOL may reduce the incidence of recurrent inflammation.
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- Yinglei Zhang
- Department of Ophthalmology, Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital of Fudan University
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Ministry of Health
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Visual Impairment and Restoration of Shanghai, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital of Fudan University
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Ministry of Health
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Visual Impairment and Restoration of Shanghai, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital of Fudan University
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Ministry of Health
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Visual Impairment and Restoration of Shanghai, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital of Fudan University
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Ministry of Health
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Visual Impairment and Restoration of Shanghai, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital of Fudan University
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Ministry of Health
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Visual Impairment and Restoration of Shanghai, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Balta O, Sungur G, Acar MA, Kosker M, Yakin M, Ornek F. Long-term results of cataract surgery in patients with anterior uveitis. Int Ophthalmol 2017; 38:1399-1407. [PMID: 28602016 DOI: 10.1007/s10792-017-0598-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2017] [Accepted: 06/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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PURPOSE This study was aimed to assess the long-term results of phacoemulsification and posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation in patients with anterior uveitis. METHODS Patients with complicated cataract secondary to anterior uveitis who underwent phacoemulsification and posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation were included in this study. Long-term results and all complications were evaluated throughout the postoperative 4 years. RESULTS A total of 55 eyes of 48 patients were identified in this study. Cases with anterior uveitis were categorised into four aetiologic groups. Of the 55 eyes, 22 (19 patients) had idiopathic anterior uveitis, 10 (9 patients) had viral anterior uveitis, 10 (9 patients) had Fuchs' anterior uveitis and 13 (11 patients) had anterior uveitis associated with collagen vascular diseases. Preoperative macular oedema was more frequent (63.6%) in the idiopathic group than in the other groups (p < 0.001). The success rates of the best corrected visual acuity of 20/40 or better ranged from 80.0 to 100.0% in the groups. While postoperative increased intraocular pressure rate was statistically significantly higher in the Fuchs' group (p = 0.047), there was no statistically significant difference in other complication rates between the groups. CONCLUSIONS The long-term outcomes of phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation in patients with uveitic cataract were satisfactory with excellent visual acuity and relatively low complication rates.
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- Ozgur Balta
- Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Nafiz Korez Sincan State Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara Diskapi Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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Chiu H, Dang H, Cheung C, Khosla D, Arjmand P, Rabinovitch T, Derzko-Dzulynsky L. Ten-year retrospective review of outcomes following phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation in patients with pre-existing uveitis. Can J Ophthalmol 2017; 52:175-180. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjo.2016.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2015] [Revised: 10/13/2016] [Accepted: 10/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Liu X, Zhao C, Xu T, Gao F, Wen X, Wang M, Pei M, Zhang M. Visual Prognosis and Associated Factors of Phacoemulsification and Intraocular Lens Implantation in Different Uveitis Entities in Han Chinese. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2016; 25:349-355. [PMID: 26902289 DOI: 10.3109/09273948.2015.1125512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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PURPOSE To address the visual prognosis and associated predictors of phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation in different uveitis entities in Han Chinese. METHODS A retrospective review of the uveitis patients who underwent phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation in our center between 2004 and 2014. RESULTS The 158 patients (226 eyes) included anterior uveitis (45 eyes), posterior/pan-uveitis (61 eyes), Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease (79 eyes) and Behçet disease (41 eyes). At 6 months after surgery, best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) significantly improved (p < 0.001) in all uveitis groups with 134 (59.3%) eyes achieving 20/40 or better. The anterior uveitis and Behçet disease groups had significantly better and worse visual outcomes than other groups, respectively. Poor preoperative BCVA, macular lesions, and secondary glaucoma were independent variables that predicted a poor visual outcome. CONCLUSIONS Our current study revealed a generally favorable outcome and associated predictors of phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation in uveitic cataracts in Han Chinese.
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- Xinshu Liu
- a Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital , Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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- a Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital , Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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- b Department of Epidemiology and Statistics , Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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- a Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital , Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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- c Department of Ophthalmology, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital , Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou , China
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- a Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital , Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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- a Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital , Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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- a Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital , Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College , Beijing , China
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Ragam AP, Kolomeyer AM, Nayak NV, Chu DS. The Use of Ozurdex (Dexamethasone Intravitreal Implant) During Anterior Segment Surgery in Patients with Chronic Recurrent Uveitis. J Ocul Pharmacol Ther 2015; 31:344-9. [DOI: 10.1089/jop.2015.0009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Ashwinee P. Ragam
- Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School—Doctors Office Center, Newark, New Jersey
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- Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School—Doctors Office Center, Newark, New Jersey
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- Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School—Doctors Office Center, Newark, New Jersey
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- Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School—Doctors Office Center, Newark, New Jersey
- Metropolitan Eye Research and Surgery Institute, Palisades Park, New Jersey
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Steeples LR, Jones NP. Late in-the-bag intraocular lens dislocation in patients with uveitis. Br J Ophthalmol 2015; 99:1206-10. [DOI: 10.1136/bjophthalmol-2014-306437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2014] [Accepted: 02/12/2015] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Kim DH, Cho BJ, Chung H, Heo JW. Intravitreal Injection of Dexamethasone Implant during Cataract Surgery in Patients with Noninfectious Uveitis. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SOCIETY 2015. [DOI: 10.3341/jkos.2015.56.5.721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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- Dong Hyun Kim
- Department of Ophthalmology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Jones NP. The Manchester Uveitis Clinic: The first 3000 patients, 2: Uveitis Manifestations, Complications, Medical and Surgical Management. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2014; 23:127-34. [DOI: 10.3109/09273948.2014.968671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To describe recent evidence regarding cataract surgery in patients with coexisting retinal disease, focusing on factors that are important to the perioperative evaluation and treatment of this patient population. RECENT FINDINGS Studies in patients with age-related macular degeneration have yielded good visual gains without progression of neovascular disease or increased need for intravitreal antivascular endothelial growth factor therapy. Uveitic patients similarly gain vision on average, and control of inflammation remains paramount. Perioperative treatment with intravitreal antivascular endothelial growth factor and corticosteroid help mitigate postoperative macular edema in patients with diabetic macular edema. Risk of retinal detachment is elevated postcataract surgery, but evidence regarding prophylactic treatment of peripheral retinal pathology is lacking. Intracameral antibiotics have reduced rates of postcataract surgery endophthalmitis in recent population-based retrospective studies. SUMMARY Favorable visual acuity outcomes are possible following cataract surgery in patients with retinal disease, including uveitis, diabetic macular edema, and age-related macular degeneration. Perioperative control of retinal disease activity is desired, but level 1 evidence to guide best practices regarding optimal timing and nature of perioperative treatment remains limited. Prevention of postoperative retinal detachment and endophthalmitis is deserving of additional study.
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Mehta S, Linton MM, Kempen JH. Outcomes of cataract surgery in patients with uveitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Ophthalmol 2014; 158:676-692.e7. [PMID: 24983790 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2014.06.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2013] [Revised: 06/23/2014] [Accepted: 06/23/2014] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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PURPOSE To critically assess the evidence base regarding outcomes following cataract surgery in uveitic cases. DESIGN Systematic evidence-based review and meta-analysis. METHODS A comprehensive search query was performed on MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINHAL, and CENTRAL databases. Relevant publications were identified by reviewing query results and reference list searches. RESULTS A total of 89 articles met eligibility criteria. Among uveitic eyes with quiet or mostly quiet uveitis before cataract surgery, 20/40 visual acuity or better (≥20/40) was achieved in 68% following phacoemulsification, 72% following extracapsular cataract extraction, and 40% following pars plana lensectomy. More eyes undergoing cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation than eyes left aphakic achieved ≥20/40 postoperatively (71% vs 52%). Eyes receiving acrylic IOLs or heparin-surface-modified (HSM) polymethylmethacrylate had better visual outcomes than those receiving non-HSM polymethylmethacrylate or silicone IOLs. Active uveitis at the time of cataract surgery was associated with worse visual outcomes. Compared with other uveitis cases, the proportion achieving 20/40 or better post cataract surgery was better for Fuchs heterochromic cyclitis cases and worse for uveitis related to Behçet disease, Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease, or sympathetic ophthalmia, and also posterior uveitis in general. CONCLUSION Cataract surgery in eyes with uveitis resulted in normal range levels of visual acuity in most cases. The review suggests that preoperative control of uveitis, use of an acrylic or HSM IOL, and a diagnosis of Fuchs heterochromic cyclitis were associated with better outcomes. Posterior-involving uveitides tended to do worse, likely because of vision-limiting complications of uveitis. Average results may not be applicable to specific clinical scenarios.
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Cataract extraction surgery in patients with uveitis in Taiwan: Risk factors and outcomes. J Formos Med Assoc 2014; 113:377-84. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jfma.2013.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2013] [Revised: 08/16/2013] [Accepted: 10/04/2013] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Vasavada AR, Raj SM, Shah GD, Nanavaty MA. Posterior capsule opacification after lens implantation: incidence, risk factors and management. EXPERT REVIEW OF OPHTHALMOLOGY 2014. [DOI: 10.1586/eop.12.80] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Cataract surgery in patients with uveitis is not as simple as any senile cataract surgery. Recent evidence suggests that useful visual outcome can be achieved in most of the cases if they are handled meticulously. Key factors leading to improved visual outcome are absolute control of preoperative inflammation with diligent use of immunomodulatory drugs, meticulous surgery along with early detection and care of postoperative complications. Modern technologies in the intraocular lens designs and materials have contributed to the success. In this article, we review the literature on this subject with emphasis on the importance of the use of immunomodulatory drugs to control preoperative and postoperative intraocular inflammation and avoid complications.
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Interleukin-6 in the pathogenesis of posterior capsule opacification and the potential role for interleukin-6 inhibition in the future of cataract surgery. Med Hypotheses 2013; 80:466-74. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mehy.2012.12.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2012] [Revised: 07/18/2012] [Accepted: 12/29/2012] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Posterior capsule opacification following 20- and 23-gauge phacovitrectomy (posterior capsule opacification following phacovitrectomy). Eye (Lond) 2012; 26:1459-64. [PMID: 23018664 DOI: 10.1038/eye.2012.193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To compare the development of posterior capsule opacification (PCO) for idiopathic epi-retinal membrane cases between 20- and 23-gauge phacovitrectomy. METHODS Cataract surgery of phacoemulsification with the SA60AT implantation and 20- or 23-gauge vitrectomy was performed for 20 patients in both groups. Cataract surgery alone was performed for 50 patients as the control. The PCO density values were measured using Scheimpflug video photography at 1 week, 1, 3, 6, 12, 18, and 24 months after surgery. The number of eyes that required Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy was also examined. RESULTS The mean PCO value in the 20-gauge phacovitrectomy group increased significantly with time (P<0.001), whereas those in the 23-gauge phacovitrectomy group and the cataract surgery group did not show any significant change. Furthermore, the PCO value in the 20-gauge phacovitrectomy group was significantly greater than that in the 23-gauge phacovitrectomy group at 6, 12, 18 (P<0.05), and 24 months (P<0.01) after surgery. The PCO value in the 23-gauge phacovitrectomy group was significantly greater than that in the cataract surgery group 24 months after surgery (P<0.05). The rate of capsulotomy in the 20-gauge phacovitrectomy group was significantly higher than that in the cataract surgery group (P=0.007), whereas there was no significant difference between the 23-gauge phacovitrectomy group and the cataract surgery group. CONCLUSION PCO rate in eyes with the 23-gauge phacovitrectomy was lower than in those with the 20-gauge phacovitrectomy, and PCO rate even in the 23-gauge phacovitrectomy was higher than in those with cataract surgery.
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Cataract surgery in uveitic eyes is often challenging and can result in intraoperative and postoperative complications. Most uveitic patients enjoy good vision despite potentially sight-threatening complications, including cataract development. In those patients who develop cataracts, successful surgery stems from educated patient selection, careful surgical technique, and aggressive preoperative and postoperative control of inflammation. With improved understanding of the disease processes, pre- and perioperative control of inflammation, modern surgical techniques, availability of biocompatible intraocular lens material and design, surgical experience in performing complicated cataract surgeries, and efficient management of postoperative complications have led to much better outcome. Preoperative factors include proper patient selection and counseling and preoperative control of inflammation. Meticulous and careful cataract surgery in uveitic cataract is essential in optimizing the postoperative outcome. Management of postoperative complications, especially inflammation and glaucoma, earlier rather than later, has also contributed to improved outcomes. This manuscript is review of the existing literature and highlights the management pearls in tackling complicated cataract based on medline search of literature and experience of the authors.
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González-Guijarro JJ, Tamés Haye I, Valdivia Pérez A. [Phacoemulsification and acrylic intraocular lens in uveitis: a comparative study]. ARCHIVOS DE LA SOCIEDAD ESPANOLA DE OFTALMOLOGIA 2012; 87:9-16. [PMID: 22248652 DOI: 10.1016/j.oftal.2011.06.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2010] [Revised: 03/24/2011] [Accepted: 06/29/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the outcomes of phacoemulsification with the implant of an acrylic intraocular lens (IOL) in cataracts of adult patients with and without uveitis METHODS Descriptive retrospective comparative study of 35 patients (45 eyes) with uveitis (group 1) and 38 (44 eyes) control patients (group 2), who were operated on by the same surgeon, and were homogeneous as regards sex, surgical technique, IOL (hydrophobic or hydrophilic) and follow-up. The pre-surgical characteristics of risk, the difficulties and intra-surgical and postsurgical complications, the date of posterior capsulotomy (PC) and the pre- and post-surgical visual acuity (VA), were analysed. RESULTS In both groups the coaxial phacoemulsification was used in 75% of the eyes, bimanual microincision cataract surgery (MICS) in 20% and micro-coaxial in the rest. The pre-surgical risk factors (P = .002, OR 6.83), the surgical difficulties and complications (P = .001, OR 7.54) and postsurgical complications (P = .069, OR 3.42) were more frequent in the uveitis group. In both 93% and 91% respectively of eyes improved 2 or more lines of VA. After an average follow-up of 4.9 years in both groups, 22.7% and 32% eyes (log-rank P = .357) needed PC. The hydrophilic IOLs needed PC earlier than the hydrophobic ones (log rank P = .001), neither the location nor the uveitis course influenced the PC rate. CONCLUSIONS The consequences because of previous ocular inflammation make cataract surgery in uveitis more difficult, but with postsurgical complications, visual results and need of PC similar to our patients without inflammation.
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Rahman R, Briffa BV, Gupta A, Chinn DJ. Factors contributing to posterior capsule opacification following 23-gauge transconjunctival phacovitrectomy. Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina 2011; 42:229-33. [PMID: 21563746 DOI: 10.3928/15428877-20110420-02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2010] [Accepted: 03/02/2011] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE To determine posterior capsule opacification (PCO) rate and identify contributory factors in a series of patients undergoing combined 23-gauge transconjunctival phacovitrectomy. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective data on 221 consecutive patients operated on by a single senior surgeon using a standard technique were collected and subjected to univariate analysis with chi-square tests and multivariate analysis with logistic regression. RESULTS PCO developed in 46 of 221 cases (20.8%). Major risk factors were: rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (relative risk = 3.3, P = .002), axial length greater than 24.5 mm (relative risk = 2.0, P = .093), intraoperative/postoperative complications (relative risk = 3.3, P = .04), C2F6 tamponade (versus SF6/air) (relative risk = 2.8, P = .01), and postoperative posturing (relative risk = 4.1, P < .001). Multiple logistic regression analysis showed the latter two to be most important. CONCLUSION PCO rate following 23-gauge phacovitrectomy is lower than most rates reported for 20-gauge phacovitrectomy. Using shorter-acting gas tamponade and avoiding postoperative posturing may help lower PCO rates.
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- Lynn J P Perry
- Department of Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To describe recent evidence from the literature concerning optimal treatment of cataract in patients with concomitant uveitis. RECENT FINDINGS Optimal treatment of cataract in the setting of uveitis requires optimal management of uveitis, including appropriate diagnostic workup and scrupulous attention to preoperative preparation, intraoperative technique, and postoperative management. Recent literature suggests high rates of recurrence of certain forms of uveitis (such as ocular toxoplasmosis) after surgery, suggesting that perioperative prophylaxis may be warranted. Placement of intraocular lenses in the setting of certain forms of uveitis, such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis-associated uveitis, remains controversial. Although excellent outcomes can be achieved with many types of intraocular lenses, several recent studies have suggested that the incidence of postoperative complications may be lower in patients receiving acrylic intraocular lenses compared with other materials. Recent long-term outcome studies in cohorts of uveitis patients undergoing cataract surgery suggest very good outcomes in the majority of patients. SUMMARY Provided the unique challenges of cataract surgery in the setting of uveitis are recognized and appropriately addressed, excellent visual outcomes can be achieved in most patients.
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Maxwell WA, Waycaster CR, D'Souza AO, Meissner BL, Hileman K. A United States cost-benefit comparison of an apodized, diffractive, presbyopia-correcting, multifocal intraocular lens and a conventional monofocal lens. J Cataract Refract Surg 2008; 34:1855-61. [PMID: 19006730 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2008.07.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2008] [Accepted: 07/07/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To demonstrate the value, from the patient's perspective, of an apodized, diffractive, presbyopia-correcting multifocal intraocular lens (MF-IOL) compared to a conventional monofocal intraocular lens (CM-IOL). SETTING Open-label, multi-site U.S. clinical trial. METHODS A cost-benefit analysis was conducted using cataract patients' willingness-to-pay (WTP) for spectacle independence as the measure of economic benefit. WTP was elicited from participants in a clinical trial comparing a MF-IOL and a CM-IOL. Costs borne by patients were obtained from standard reference sources. A 14-year analytical timeframe was used, and a 3% annual discount rate was applied to both costs and benefits. The outcome of interest was net benefit (difference between benefits and costs). A probabilistic sensitivity analysis was used to confirm the robustness of the economic results. RESULTS Four hundred ninety-five patients provided WTP estimates for spectacle independence (MF-IOL, n = 339; CM-IOL, n = 156). Eighty percent of all patients were willing to pay at least $5 per day to be spectacle independent. The incremental acquisition cost associated with bilateral implantation of 2 MF-IOLs was estimated at $4,000. Eighty percent in the MF-IOL group and 8% in the CM-IOL group reported post-operative spectacle independence. The net benefit was $11,670 in the MF-IOL group and $155 in the CM-IOL group. The probabilistic sensitivity analysis confirmed the robustness of the economic outcomes. CONCLUSION The net benefit of the MF-IOL exceeded its acquisition cost and the net benefit of the CM-IOL, demonstrating its value to select cataract patients willing to pay a premium for spectacle independence.
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Chieh JJ, Carlson AN, Jaffe GJ. Combined fluocinolone acetonide intraocular delivery system insertion, phacoemulsification, and intraocular lens implantation for severe uveitis. Am J Ophthalmol 2008; 146:589-594. [PMID: 18639220 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2008.05.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2007] [Revised: 05/24/2008] [Accepted: 05/28/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine whether a three-year fluocinolone acetonide sustained drug delivery system can be implanted safely at the same time that phacoemulsification and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation are performed for a visually significant cataract in eyes with uveitis. DESIGN Retrospective, single-center case series. METHODS All consecutive patients treated from April 1998 through September 2006 at an academic clinical practice with intermediate uveitis, posterior uveitis, or panuveitis requiring immunosuppressive therapy, periocular corticosteroid injections, or both. Phacoemulsification, IOL implantation, and fluocinolone acetonide implant insertion were performed during a single surgical session. The main outcome measures were preoperative and postoperative ocular inflammation, visual acuity (VA), intraoperative complications, anti-inflammatory medication use, IOP, and postoperative adverse events. RESULTS Twenty-four eyes of 21 patients were studied. Mean follow-up duration was 27 months (range, six to 60 months). No patients had intraoperative complications. The mean Snellen VA at baseline was 20/316, which improved significantly to 20/75 at 12 months. The average number of recurrences in the 12 months before implantation was 2.2 episodes per eye. Only one eye experienced a recurrence at seven months after implantation. Topical corticosteroids, posterior sub-Tenon capsule injections, and systemic anti-inflammatory medications were reduced significantly at 12 months. Average IOP was unchanged after surgery compared with preoperative IOP; 15% underwent glaucoma filtering surgery. CONCLUSIONS A fluocinolone acetonide implant insertion can be combined safely with phacoemulsification plus IOL implantation during the same surgical session in eyes with uveitis. VA generally was improved, uveitis recurrences decreased, and the need for immunosuppression decreased. The most common side effect was increased IOP.
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