Cataract formation as a complication of vitrectomy
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Cataract development after vitrectomy is common due to decreased diffusion of nutrients which are necessary for proper lens metabolism and increased oxidative stress. Extended vitrectomy and the use of a tamponade agent (either gas or silicone oil) additionally accelerates cataract development. Moreover, cataract surgery in a vitrectomized eye poses a risk of complications due to zonular dehiscence, intraoperative miosis or instability of the anterior chamber. Phacovitrectomy allows faster visual rehabilitation time, excellent intraoperative visualization of the vitreous body and retina, and enables to perform a more extended vitrectomy. However, combined surgery is more difficult technically, lasts longer, and potentially might be complicated with corneal edema or Descemet membrane striae (hampering visualization of the posterior segment). A rapid adoption of combined phacovitrectomy is observed internationally.
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