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Cataract surgery in pseudoexfoliation syndrome.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  19816175     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To discuss the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative considerations and techniques for cataract surgery in pseudoexfoliation syndrome. RECENT FINDINGS: Pseudoexfoliation syndrome is a common disorder worldwide that has been linked to the lysyl oxidase-like-one (LOXL1) gene. Its identification in patients undergoing cataract surgery has become important in preventing complications through proper preoperative planning. The management of the small pupil found in pseudoexfoliation can be achieved using various pharmacological and mechanical techniques. There are now several devices available to support the weak zonules that commonly accompany pseudoexfoliation. Postoperatively, pseudoexfoliation patients need to be followed closely to monitor for complications such as intraocular pressure spikes, inflammation and intraocular lens dislocation. SUMMARY: With proper preoperative preparation, intraoperative use of appropriate adjunctive devices, and close postoperative follow-up, favorable outcomes can be achieved in cataract surgery in pseudoexfoliation syndrome.
Authors:
Graham W Belovay; Devesh K Varma; Iqbal Ike K Ahmed
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Review    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Current opinion in ophthalmology     Volume:  21     ISSN:  1531-7021     ISO Abbreviation:  Curr Opin Ophthalmol     Publication Date:  2010 Jan 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2009-12-09     Completed Date:  2010-01-29     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  9011108     Medline TA:  Curr Opin Ophthalmol     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  25-34     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Cataract / complications*
Cataract Extraction*
Exfoliation Syndrome / complications*
Humans
Postoperative Care
Preoperative Care

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