Objective:
To evaluate the 8-year outcomes of Gore-Tex-sutured intraocular lenses (IOLs) in patients with complex eyes.
Key Findings:
- Patients had an average of 1.8 previous surgeries per eye, ranging from 0 to 5.
- Statistically significant visual gains were maintained at 3 months, 1 year, 5 years, and 7 years post-procedure.
- Complications were minimal; 11% experienced cystoid macular edema (CME), resolved with treatment.
- Two cases of lens tilt required reoperations; two cases of Gore-Tex exposure were managed with patch graft surgery.
- No cases of endophthalmitis or suture breakage were reported.
Interpretation:
Gore-Tex sutures demonstrate safety and effectiveness for long-term use in complex eye surgeries.
Limitations:
- Single-center study may limit generalizability.
- Retrospective design may introduce bias.
Conclusion:
Gore-Tex sutures appear to be a safe and durable option for scleral fixation of IOLs over an 8-year period.
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