[23-gauge-lentectomy for the Treatment of Congenital Cataract]

Overview

Journal Ophthalmologe

Specialty Ophthalmology

Date 2009 Jun 11

PMID 19513723

Citations 8

Authors

P Meier

I Sterker

H Tegetmeyer

P Wiedemann

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Abstract

Background: Congenital cataract surgery can be performed using a pars plana/plicata approach if placement of an intraocular lens at the time of cataract removal is not a consideration. To prevent development of secondary cataract, we performed lens aspiration, anterior and posterior capsulotomy, and anterior vitrectomy via pars plana or pars plicata approach. Lentectomy in babies should be performed using a minimally invasive technique to prevent complications. Immediately after surgery, insertion of a contact lens should be possible.

Method: The series consisted of 11 eyes of 8 consecutive children who suffered from congenital cataract and underwent pars plana/plicata lentectomy between April 2007 and September 2008. Age at operation ranged from 6 weeks to 13 months (median age 4 months). The inclusion criterion was congenital cataract affecting the visual axis. Lentectomy was performed via a pars plana or pars plicata approach using a special 23-gauge aspiration and irrigation system and a 23-gauge cutter. We performed lens aspiration, anterior and posterior capsulotomy, and anterior vitrectomy.

Results: Postoperatively the eyes showed only mild signs of inflammatory reaction. At the end of the operation, all eyes were provided with contact lenses. For all eyes, the surgical technique provided a clear visual axis during the follow-up period of 2-18 months. One eye developed secondary cataract.

Conclusion: The use of 23-gauge instruments has advantages over standard 20-gauge equipment. Pars plana/plicata lentectomy using 23-gauge instruments is a safe, effective, and minimally invasive method for treating cataract in babies.

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