Rev Bras Oftalmol.2011;70(2):122-124

Snowflake opacification of polymethylmethacrylate intraocular lens

Fabiana Dalla Rosa
Pereira
, Vagner Loduca
Lima
, José Ricardo Carvalho Lima
Rehder

DOI: 10.1590/S0034-72802011000200011

The intraocular lenses have been used in visual rehabilitation after cataract surgery since 1959 with a large success. However, biomaterial changes in the optic zone of these lenses have been described in the last years reducing visual acuity after surgery. This case reveals a significant snowflake opacification of the optic zone of polymethylmethacrylate intraocular lens followed by a discussion about this event and the indication for IOL exchange.

Snowflake opacification of polymethylmethacrylate intraocular lens

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