Cataract surgery after laser eye surgery: ensuring accuracy

Post-LASIK cataract: a new calculation method for more precision

Planning cataract surgery for patients who have already undergone laser refractive surgery (LASIK) is a particular challenge. The change in corneal curvature makes the power calculations of Pseudophakes LIO less accurate, which may impact the final visual result.

I am delighted to share our latest published study, which proposes an innovative approach to address this problem:

“A Novel Role for Corneal Pachymetry in Planning Cataract Surgery by Determining Changes in Spherical Equivalent Resulting from a Previous LASIK Treatment“

What to take away from this research:

• A new approach: We have highlighted how the corneal pachymetry (corneal thickness measurement) can help more accurately determine the power changes induced by an older LASIK treatment.
• Simplicity and precision: The study describes a new, easy-to-use formula to help surgeons better plan the procedure and optimize the choice of IOL power.
• A direct benefit for the patient: This method makes it possible to refine post-operative results and to offer a vision more faithful to the expectations of patients who have already undergone laser surgery.

This publication is the result of a fascinating collaboration and is part of my constant desire to improve the precision of results in anterior segment surgery.