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Hyperopia shift in the long term after cataract surgery: a case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Long-term hyperopia shift is a rare complication following cataract surgery, presenting significant clinical challenges in analysis and management. CASE PRESENTATION: A 52-year-old female with a history of high myopia and laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery presented with decreased vision in her left eye at the very fifth year after cataract surgery. The spherical equivalent in her left eye had increased to + 6.63 D. After thorough evaluation, the patient underwent secondary piggyback intraocular lens (IOL) implantation in the ciliary sulcus, resulting in high satisfaction. CONCLUSIONS: This case of long-term hyperopia shift following cataract and LASIK surgeries provides valuable insights into potential etiologies and interventions for this uncommon complication.

Source: BMC Ophthalmology

DOI: 10.1186/s12886-024-03811-0

Authors: Xiaolei Lin, Can Li, Yulan Wang

Institutions: Tongji University, Shanghai Eye Disease Prevention & Treatment Center, The Affiliated Yongchuan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Intraocular Surgery and Lenses

Subfield: Ophthalmology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,890