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Luft N, Mohr N, Spiegel E, Marchi H, Siedlecki J, Harrant L, Mayer WJ, Dirisamer M, Priglinger SG. Optimizing Refractive Outcomes of SMILE: Artificial Intelligence versus Conventional State-of-the-Art Nomograms. Curr Eye Res 2024; 49:252-259. [PMID: 38032001 DOI: 10.1080/02713683.2023.2282938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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PURPOSE AI (artificial intelligence)-based methodologies have become established tools for researchers and physicians in the entire field of ophthalmology. However, the potential of AI to optimize the refractive outcome of keratorefractive surgery by means of machine learning (ML)-based nomograms has not been exhausted yet. In this study, we wanted to comprehensively compare state-of-the-art conventional nomograms for Small-Incision-Lenticule-Extraction (SMILE) with a novel ML-based nomogram regarding both their spherical and astigmatic predictability. METHODS A total of 1,342 eyes were analyzed for creation of three different nomograms based on a linear model (LM), a generalized additive mixed model (GAMM) and an artificial-neuronal-network (ANN), respectively. A total of 16 patient- and treatment-related features were included. Each model was trained by 895 eyes and validated by the remaining 447 eyes. Predictability was assessed by the difference between attempted and achieved change in spherical equivalent (SE) and the difference between target induced astigmatism (TIA) and surgically induced astigmatism (SIA). The root mean squared error (RMSE) of each model was computed as a measure of overall model performance. RESULTS The RMSE of LM, GAMM and ANN were 0.355, 0.348 and 0.367 for the prediction of SE and 0.279, 0.278 and 0.290 for the astigmatic correction, respectively. By applying the created models, the theoretical yield of eyes within ±0.50 D of SE from target refraction improved from 82 to 83% (LM), 84% (GAMM) and 83% (ANN), respectively. Astigmatic outcomes showed an improvement of eyes within ±0.50 D from TIA from 90 to 93% (LM), 93% (GAMM) and 92% (ANN), respectively. Subjective manifest refraction was the single most influential covariate in all models. CONCLUSION Machine learning endorsed the validity of state-of-the-art linear and non-linear SMILE nomograms. However, improving the accuracy of subjective manifest refraction seems warranted for optimizing ±0.50 D SE predictability beyond an apparent methodological 90% limit.
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- Nikolaus Luft
- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
- SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria
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- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Core Facility Statistical Consulting, Helmholtz Zentrum München Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH), Neuherberg, Germany
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- Core Facility Statistical Consulting, Helmholtz Zentrum München Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH), Neuherberg, Germany
- Faculty of Business Administration and Economics, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
- SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria
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- Department of Ophthalmology University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
- SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria
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Liang C, Yan H. Methods of Corneal Vertex Centration and Evaluation of Effective Optical Zone in Small Incision Lenticule Extraction. Ophthalmic Res 2023; 66:717-726. [PMID: 36917962 DOI: 10.1159/000529922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Inappropriate small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) centration methods can affect the decentration of the effective optical zone (EOZ) after operation, which can subsequently lead to the decline of postoperative visual quality. We aimed to provide an overview of corneal vertex (CV) centration methods and an evaluation of the size and decentration of the EOZ in SMILE. We described the CV centration methods for patients with myopia, myopic astigmatism, hyperopia, and large kappa angle. The measurement methods of the EOZ were evaluated from the aspects of corneal morphology and corneal refractive power. Additionally, we summarized the advantages and disadvantages of measuring decentration based on topographic mapping and intraoperative video-captured images. Finally, we discussed the relationship between the EOZ and visual quality. Based on our review, clinicians should consider the following when choosing CV centration methods and evaluating EOZ postoperatively. First, the tear film mark center or topographic map comparison method is preferred for the correction of myopia, low myopic astigmatism, hyperopia, and large kappa angle (>0.2 mm). Triple marking centration is recommended for high myopic astigmatism (-3.5 diopters). Second, the total corneal power better reflects the change in refractive power than the topographic method. The measurement of the area rather than the diameter of the total corneal refractive power is more suitable for the evaluation of noncircular EOZs after high myopia astigmatism (<-2.0 diopters). Third, for the evaluation of decentration, the tangential curvature difference map method is preferred as it is not influenced by offset pupils. Finally, a large EOZ after SMILE may improve patient tolerance to decentration.
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- Chen Liang
- Shaanxi Eye Hospital, Xi'an People's Hospital (Xi'an Fourth Hospital), Xi'an, China,
- Department of Ophthalmology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China,
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- Shaanxi Eye Hospital, Xi'an People's Hospital (Xi'an Fourth Hospital), Xi'an, China
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Liu S, Yu L, Lu Z, Cheng C, Gu X, Liu J, Zhou X. Effect of keratometric astigmatism on visual outcomes following small incision lenticule extraction. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:982892. [PMID: 36330059 PMCID: PMC9623282 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.982892] [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: 07/02/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Purpose To investigate the influence of keratometric astigmatism on visual outcomes following small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE). Methods Eighty eyes undergoing SMILE for myopia correction were classified into two groups based on preoperative keratometric astigmatism: low keratometric astigmatism (LA) and high keratometric astigmatism (HA) groups. Refractive outcomes, vector components, and changes in higher order aberrations (HOAs) were evaluated preoperatively and 6 months postoperatively. Results At the postoperative 6-month visit, no significant difference was observed in the decentered distance between the HA and LA groups (HA: 0.17 ± 0.08 mm, LA: 0.16 ± 0.08 mm, P = 0.189). No significant differences in the correction index (P = 0.481), absolute angle of error (P = 0.104), or index of success (P = 0.147) were observed between the two groups. There was no significant difference in the induction of corneal aberrations between the two groups. Furthermore, there were no significant associations between the decentered distance and the vector components of astigmatic correction or induction of higher-order aberration in the HA group (P ≥ 0.294, P ≥ 0.112) or the LA group (P ≥ 0.323, P ≥ 0.080). Conclusions SMILE for high keratometric astigmatism could achieve comparable treatment centration and visual quality to that of low keratometric astigmatism
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- Shengtao Liu
- Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry, Eye and ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, Shanghai, China
- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Affiliated Eye Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
- *Correspondence: Jingying Liu
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry, Eye and ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, Shanghai, China
- Xingtao Zhou
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Liu S. Impact of Keratometric Astigmatism on Optical Zone Decentration in SMILE With Tear Film Mark Centration. J Refract Surg 2021; 37:216. [PMID: 34038306 DOI: 10.3928/1081597x-20210119-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Arba Mosquera S, Verma S. A review of clinical outcomes following SMILE for the treatment of astigmatism. EXPERT REVIEW OF OPHTHALMOLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/17469899.2020.1810017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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- Samuel Arba Mosquera
- Biomedical Engineering Office, Research and Development, SCHWIND Eye-tech-solutions GmbH, Kleinostheim, Germany
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- Biomedical Engineering Office, Research and Development, SCHWIND Eye-tech-solutions GmbH, Kleinostheim, Germany
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Schmelter V, Dirisamer M, Siedlecki J, Shajari M, Kreutzer TC, Mayer WJ, Priglinger SG, Luft N. Determinants of subjective patient-reported quality of vision after small-incision lenticule extraction. J Cataract Refract Surg 2019; 45:1575-1583. [PMID: 31585852 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2019.06.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2019] [Revised: 04/22/2019] [Accepted: 06/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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PURPOSE To characterize patient-reported long-term quality of vision (QoV) after small-incision lenticule extraction (SMILE), and to identify potential clinical parameters that might predispose to experiencing deteriorated visual quality. SETTING University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany. DESIGN Prospective cross-sectional study. METHODS For the assessment and scoring of visual symptoms, the Quality of Vision questionnaire was employed, which constitutes a clinically validated, linear-scaled 30-item instrument providing a QoV score on three scales (symptom frequency, severity, and bothersome). Subgroup analyses were performed for patient subgroups stratified by baseline characteristics (eg, age) and treatment parameters (eg, surgical refractive correction) as well as refractive outcomes (eg, residual refraction) and visual outcomes (eg, uncorrected distance visual acuity [UDVA]). RESULTS The study comprised 394 eyes of 197 patients (117 women [59.4%], 80 men [40.6%]) were included with a mean postoperative follow-up of 24.4 months ± 14.1 (SD). The QoV scores for symptom frequency, severity, and bothersome were 34.63 ± 13.69, 29.60 ± 12.38, and 24.56 ± 16.00, respectively. Patients with a preoperative binocular corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) of 20/12.5 or better, patients who lost 1 or more lines of UDVA as compared with preoperative CDVA, patients older than the age of 40, and patients with inadvertent anisometropia more than 0.375 diopters reported worse QoV scores. CONCLUSION The relationship between objective clinical parameters and patient-reported subjective QoV after SMILE seems complex. Defined prognostic factors that convey a higher risk for experiencing visual disturbances were identifiable and should be discussed with patients seeking SMILE treatment during preoperative counseling.
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- Valerie Schmelter
- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany; SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany; SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany; SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria
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- University Eye Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany; SMILE Eyes Clinic, Linz, Austria.
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Kim WK, Ryu IH, Kim JS, Jeon GH, Lee IS, Kim HS, Kim JK. Clinical Outcomes of One Day Small-incision Lenticule Extraction Compared with Scheduled Methods for Myopic Patients. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SOCIETY 2019. [DOI: 10.3341/jkos.2019.60.3.223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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