Klisovic ND, Suelves-Cogollos A. Phacofragmentation as an Effective Tool for Removal of Silicone Oil Adherent to Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lenses.
Retina 2023;
43:1626-1627. [PMID:
37607394 DOI:
10.1097/iae.0000000000003199]
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Abstract
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE
To assess usefulness of phacofragmentation probe in the removal of silicone oil (SO) adherent to intraocular lenses (IOLs) during a SO removal procedure.
METHODS
A 20-gauge (G) phacofragmentation probe was used to emulsify and remove SO adherent to IOLs during 23-G vitrectomy for SO removal. The superotemporal 23-G cannula was removed, and 20-G sclerotomy was made by using a 20-G MVR blade.
RESULTS
In all cases used, SO adherent to the posterior surface of posterior capsule IOLs and anterior chamber IOLs was easily removed using a phacofragmentation probe. No intraoperative complications or IOL damage were noted.
CONCLUSION
We describe a simple, quick and reliable method of SO removal from all types of IOLs by using a phacofragmentation probe during SO removal surgery. This simple method can prevent IOL removal and replacement due to adherent SO bubbles in pseudophakic eyes that were previously filled with SO.
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