Fewer Black Patients Getting Premium IOLs

Race was the only significant variable in a recent study. It’s unclear whether they were offered the option but declined or if the doctor failed to mention the possibility.

Macular Disorders Don’t Affect Contrast Adaptation in Presbyopic IOL Patients

However, the progressive nature of the condition must be taken into account when assessing intraocular lens performance and tolerability, researchers warn.

Keeping Up With the Newest IOLs

We’re in a new era of cataract surgery, one with a plethora of good options. Find out what they are, which is best for each specific individual and how to properly comanage your patients.

Consider Adding NSAIDs to Post-op Cataract Meds

Combined treatment was more effective than corticosteroids alone.

EDOF IOLs Show Improved Contrast Sensitivity and Intermediate Vision

These gains come at the expense of near vision acuity and spectacle independence, which were better among multifocal implant patients in a recent study.

Experts Attempt to Find Consensus on Presbyopic IOL Use

A panel agreed on many aspects of pre-op and intraoperative decision-making. They disagreed, however, when considering issues related to lens selection.

New Questionnaire Assesses Post-op Symptoms in IOL Patients

Its developers believe it can help document the patient experience in both clinical trials and individual practices.

Trifocal IOLs Best Multifocal Option for VA in Presbyopia, Study Says

However, this ranking doesn’t account for the potential financial burden of premium lenses.

Hypotensive Drugs Impact Clarity of Intraocular Lenses

Additional investigation is needed to further clarify this correlation and its clinical implications.

Hole in One

The recently approved Evo Visian ICL comes with a central port that allows aqueous movement, eliminating the need for a PI.