Browse articles from EyeWorld.org related to complications in ophthalmology. EyeWorld is the award-winning member publication of ASCRS. The magazine provides news and updates from the Society as well as clinical features in the areas of cataract, refractive, cornea, glaucoma, and practice management. It publishes quarterly with editorial direction from its medical editorial board and staff.
Regardless of surgical experience level, iris prolapse is something that happens to all surgeons occasionally. As such, knowledge of the risk factors that could predispose a patient to iris prolapse, how to handle the event, and postop considerations are an important refresh from time to time.
In the years since Shin Yamane, MD, PhD, presented on flanged double-needle intrascleral haptic fixation, many surgeons have adopted the technique, but it’s not without complications. Three physicians provided their thoughts on some of the more common complications as well as pearls for handling each situation.
Three ophthalmologists shared their knowledge of malignant glaucoma, why it occurs, its management, and if possible, its prevention. They also discussed some of the misunderstanding that has surrounded this topic.
Manjool Shah, MD, Glaucoma Editor, discussed what topics are covered in the Glaucoma section of the issue and shared a personal story of working with colleagues from NYU’s School of Engineering on ways to evaluate, modify, and potentially design safer surgical devices.
Precise placement and subsequent stability of a toric IOL are of the utmost importance for success in correcting astigmatism. Capsule tears can threaten both factors. So what do you do when a capsule tear occurs during cataract surgery where you planned to implant a toric IOL?
Two experts discussed the risk for infections with lamellar corneal grafts, how patients may present, and how to deal with this complication.
Two experts, including Glaucoma Editor Manjool Shah, MD, spoke about the complications during and after MIGS procedures that the surgeon needs to be prepared to identify and address.
Karolinne Maia Rocha, MD, PhD, Refractive Editor, let readers know what they can expect in the Refractive section of the issue and shared some of the research she has been doing on the IC-8 Apthera.
Julie Schallhorn, MD, Cornea Editor, gave a preview of the articles in the Cornea section and shared some thoughts on managing complications.
A capsular tension ring (CTR) can be a useful tool for ophthalmologists to have on hand during surgery. Two physicians discussed the available products, when the best time is to use them, and methods for good placement.