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Advances in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery

A topical collection in Medicina (ISSN 1648-9144). This collection belongs to the section "Ophthalmology".

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Dr. Ivo Guber

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Department of Ophthalmology, University of Geneva, Rue de Alcide-Jentzer 22, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
Interests: corneal grafts; cataract surgery; refractive surgery; LASIK; PRK; intraocular lenses; phakic lenses
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Dear Colleagues,

I am delighted to present a Topical Collection on the topic of “Advances in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery”

The latest technological developments and advanced surgical techniques have radically changed the daily practice of eye surgeons, with new treatment options making surgery safer, faster, and more precise. The advent of new diagnostic tools especially in the anterior segment enables better patient management and precise monitoring of disease progression, leading to an improvement in postoperative surgical outcomes.

This Topical Collection is a multidisciplinary forum on the role of diagnostic and surgical procedures in this subfield of ophthalmology.

The published papers will describe new developments in these areas. This Topical Collection accepts high-quality articles containing original research results, as well as review articles of exceptional merit.

Dr. Ivo Guber
Collection Editor

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2023

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Comparison of the Incidence of Nd:YAG Laser Capsulotomy Based on the Type of Intraocular Lens
by Yuri Lee, Jae Suk Kim, Bum Gi Kim, Je Hyung Hwang, Min Ji Kang and Jee Hye Lee
Medicina 2023, 59(12), 2173; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina59122173 - 14 Dec 2023
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Background and Objectives: Posterior capsular opacification (PCO) is the most common long-term complication of successful cataract surgery and can cause visual impairment. We aimed to investigate the effects of intraocular lens (IOL) characteristics on PCO by comparing the incidence of neodymium-doped yttrium [...] Read more.
Background and Objectives: Posterior capsular opacification (PCO) is the most common long-term complication of successful cataract surgery and can cause visual impairment. We aimed to investigate the effects of intraocular lens (IOL) characteristics on PCO by comparing the incidence of neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd:YAG) laser capsulotomy for different types of intraocular lenses. Materials and Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed on 2866 eyes that underwent cataract surgery between January 2010 and December 2017, with at least 5 years of follow-up. The IOLs used for surgery were the hydrophobic lenses SN60WF (Alcon, Fort Worth, TX, USA), ZCB00 (Johnson & Johnson Vision, Santa Ana, CA, USA), and MX60 (Bausch & Lomb, Rochester, NY, USA), and the hydrophilic lens MI60 (Bausch & Lomb, Rochester, NY, USA). We analyzed the incidence of Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy according to the type of IOL used. Results: The incidence of Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy was significantly higher with MI60 lenses (31.70%, 175/552 eyes) compared to SN60WF (7.90%, 113/1431 eyes), ZCB00 (10.06%, 64/636 eyes), and MX60 (10.57%, 13/123 eyes; p < 0.001) lenses. The incidence of Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy was significantly lower with the hydrophobic IOLs (8.68%, 190/2190 eyes) than with the hydrophilic IOL (31.70%, 175/552 eyes; p < 0.001). Over time, the rate of increase in the cumulative number of Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy cases was the highest with MI60. The cumulative rate of Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy during the first 3 years was 4.90% with SN60WF (70/1431 eyes), 6.76% with ZCB00 (43/636 eyes), 8.94% with MX60 (11/123 eyes), and 26.10% with MI60 (144/552 eyes) lenses. Conclusions: The incidence of PCO is influenced by the material of the IOLs. The hydrophilic IOL was associated with a higher rate of Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy than the hydrophobic IOLs, with a shorter time to Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy. Full article
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Flexural and Cell Adhesion Characteristic of Phakic Implantable Lenses
by Kazuo Ichikawa, Kei Ichikawa, Naoki Yamamoto and Rie Horai
Medicina 2023, 59(7), 1282; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina59071282 - 10 Jul 2023
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Background and Objectives: In this study, we aimed to compare the physical properties of hole-implantable collamer lenses (H-ICLs) and implantable phakic contact lenses (IPCLs) and investigate their flexural and cell adhesion characteristics. Materials and Methods: Transverse compression load to achieve lens [...] Read more.
Background and Objectives: In this study, we aimed to compare the physical properties of hole-implantable collamer lenses (H-ICLs) and implantable phakic contact lenses (IPCLs) and investigate their flexural and cell adhesion characteristics. Materials and Methods: Transverse compression load to achieve lens flexion and static Young’s modulus were measured in H-ICLs and IPCLs using designated equipment. Load was measured both with and without restraining the optic section of the lenses. Adhesion of iHLEC-NY2 cells to the lens surfaces was examined using phase-contrast microscopy, and cell proliferation activity was evaluated using WST-8 assay. Results: The H-ICL showed a greater tendency for transverse compression load compared to IPCL, while the IPCL showed a higher Young’s modulus with respect to the force exerted on the center of the anterior surface of the optic section. The joint between the optic section and haptic support in the IPCL was found to mitigate the effects of transverse compression load. Both lens types showed minimal cell adhesion. Conclusions: Our findings indicate that H-ICLs and IPCLs exhibit distinct physical properties and adhesive characteristics. The IPCL demonstrated higher Young’s modulus and unique structural features, while the H-ICL required greater transverse compression load to achieve the flexion required to tuck the haptic supports into place behind the iris to fix the lens. The observed cell non-adhesive properties for both lens types are promising in terms of reducing complications related to cell adhesion. However, further investigation and long-term observation of IPCL are warranted to assess its stability and potential impact on the iris. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the performance and potential applications of H-ICLs and IPCLs in ophthalmology. Full article
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Comparison of Conventional and Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery Regarding Macula Behavior and Thickness
by Filip Slezak, Gabriele Thumann, Martina Kropp, Zeljka Cvejic, Eline Elodie Barbara De Clerck, Giorgio Enrico Bravetti, Ivo Guber and Bojan Pajic
Medicina 2023, 59(4), 639; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina59040639 - 23 Mar 2023
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Background: The aim of the study was to compare macular thickness behavior and clinical outcomes after femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) versus phacoemulsification conventional surgery (PCS). Methods: Macular Optical Coherence Tomography OCT was analyzed in 42 patients preoperatively, 1 day, 12 [...] Read more.
Background: The aim of the study was to compare macular thickness behavior and clinical outcomes after femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) versus phacoemulsification conventional surgery (PCS). Methods: Macular Optical Coherence Tomography OCT was analyzed in 42 patients preoperatively, 1 day, 12 days, 4 weeks and 6 weeks postoperatively according to the 9-field Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS) grid. Clinical findings were collected in both the FLACS group and the PCS group. Results: There was no significant difference in macular thickness between the FLACS and PCS groups (p > 0.05). However, from postoperative day 12 onwards, there was a significant increase in macular thickness observed in both groups (p < 0.001). In the FLACS group, a significant increase in visual acuity was observed on the first postoperative day, as compared to the PCS group (p = 0.006). Conclusions: The use of a low-energy high-frequency femtosecond laser has potentially no effect on postoperative macular thickness. In the FLACS group, visual rehabilitation was significantly faster as compared to the PCS group. No complications occurred intraoperatively in either group. Full article
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Successful Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation with the Usage of Topical Ascorbic Acid in Patient with Reduced Corneal Endothelial Cell Density
by Hung-Chi Chen, Chia-Yi Lee, Chao-Min Cheng, Yi-Jen Hsueh, Chao-Kai Chang and Wei-Chi Wu
Medicina 2022, 58(10), 1367; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina58101367 - 28 Sep 2022
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We aimed to describe the use of topical ascorbic acid (AA) in a patient with reduced endothelial cells density (ECD) who was scheduled for phakic intraocular lens (pIOL) implantation. A 28-year-old woman presenting with dry eye and reduced ECD would like to have [...] Read more.
We aimed to describe the use of topical ascorbic acid (AA) in a patient with reduced endothelial cells density (ECD) who was scheduled for phakic intraocular lens (pIOL) implantation. A 28-year-old woman presenting with dry eye and reduced ECD would like to have her high myopia (spherical equivalence >−15.0 D) corrected. The procedure of laser refractive surgery or even pIOL was not indicated for the reduced ECD of 1865/mm2 in the right eye and 2188/mm2 in the left eye, as well as level 3 dry eye. Fortunately, the ECD increased to 3144/mm2 in the right eye and 2538/mm2 in the left eye after topical AA was prescribed for one year preoperatively and one month postoperatively, with concomitant improvement of dry eye to level 1. Finally, bilateral pIOL implantation was performed smoothly and no sign of corneal decompensation was found postoperatively. Three months postoperatively, the ECD showed a satisfactory level of 2983/mm2 in the right eye and 3003/mm2 in the left eye. In conclusion, topical AA instillation might increase and maintain the density of central human corneal endothelial cells (HCECs) even after pIOL implantation. Full article
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