Abstract
Purpose: :
To compare the intraocular positioning of two models of the new foldable Artiflex phakic intraocular lens.
Methods: :
A total of 31 eyes were examined having two different Artiflex models implanted: Group 1 = 15 eyes (Artiflex I), group 2 = 16 eyes (Artiflex II). We used the EAS–1000 Scheimpflug photography to evaluate the eyes following phakic intraocular lens implantation 1 to 6 months postoperatively. Particular attention was given to the distance between the phakic implant and the endothelium as well as between the phakic implant and the anterior lens surface.
Results: :
The Scheimpflug photography demonstrated a stable position of the two new foldable IOL–models. However, there was a difference in the distance between the posterior surface of the phakic IOL and the anterior human crystalline lens surface.
Conclusions: :
In this study, a stable position of different new iris–supported phakic IOLs could be demonstrated, however, the distance between the lens implant and the human lens may cause different postoperative outcomes.
Keywords: anterior chamber • refractive surgery: phakic IOL