OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of refractive errors and eye diseases in the population of the Quilombo São José da Serra – Valença – RJ. METHODS: We examined 92 individuals in a population of 102 people in the community Quilombo São José da Serra. All patients underwent complete ophthalmologic examination including anamnesis, ectoscopy, visual acuity, stereopsis test, red reflex, cover/uncover test, Hirschberg test, manifest and dynamic refraction, biomicroscopy, tonometry (Goldmann and air puff tonometry), direct monocular /or indirect binocular fundoscopy. […]

OBJECTIVE: Evaluation of patients undergoing sequential sessions of RV and report its benefit in improving visual acuity (VA). METHODS: Cross sectional study with a sample of 10 patients who underwent sequential sessions of the RV. Patients were treated at a rate of 2-3 sessions per week for a period of 2 to 3 months and was completed after 20 to 40 sessions. The main inclusion criteria were post cataract surgery (without complications) and multifocal IOL until +3.00 D, astigmatism <-1.00 […]

The authors describe the stick utilization of Veirs modified as modelling intracanalicular facilitating canaliculo suture lachrymal and avoiding its estenose. The technique consists in the stick introduction of Veirs modified in the lumen canalicular by the lacrimal point, in direction to the lachrymal sack. To follow the distal terminations and near of canaliculo hurt are identified and the lateral and medial region of the mucosa canalicular are sutured mouth to mouth, with points separated of polivicryl 8.0, letting well the […]

The purpose of this case report is to describe a new technique to re-establish a scleral fixation of one luxated haptic, which previous suture ruptured, causing the fall of the intraocular lens into the vitreous cavity. Considering that the patient underwent two penetrant keratoplasty surgeries, there was a major concern to cause minimal intraocular manipulation and less surgical trauma. This technique consists in a closed eye procedure using the fixation lens, without exposing the haptics or using special surgical instruments. […]

Preexisting corneal astigmatism, present at the time of cataract surgery, is reviewed in detail throughout this article on its most important aspects such as occurrence rates, clinical relevance and current treatment options. Special emphasis is given to the latter aspect. Each method’s rationale, advantage and limitation ishigh lightened. Comparisons between treatment options, whenever possible, are also provided.

O astigmatismo corneano pré-existente, por ocasião da cirurgia de catarata, é detalhadamente revisado neste artigo sob aspectos tais como: ocorrência, relevância clínica com ênfase nas opções de tratamento atualmente disponíveis. Destacamos o embasamento teórico de cada método, bem como vantagens e limitações foram destacadas. Comparações entre as opções terapêuticas, sempre que possível, são apresentadas.

With the advance in Medicine that in the last decades has been stamped by the practice based on evidence, in which clinic decisions are guided by results of scientific studies and no more only by the experience and perception of renowned professionals, more interest has progressively been pointed out on behalf of institutions engaged in teaching and medical assistance, by encouraging the carring out of clinic studies (1) […].

OBJECTIVE: Comparison of the visual performance between patients with Tecnis® MF ZM900, Acrysof® Restor® SN60D3, Acrysof® SN60AT and Acrysof® SN60WF intraocular lenses. METHODS: This prospective comparative study included 142 eyes of 71 patients in Sao Paulo University. The ophthalmologic evaluation performed included near, intermediate and distance corrected and uncorrected visual acuity, contrast sensitivity measurement and wavefront analysis. The minimum follow-up was 6 months. RESULTS: The mean age of patients was 60.7±6.6years in the Tecnis®MF, 63.1±4.4 years in-group Restor® 63.7±4.2 years […]