Comparison of Corneal Aberrations and Visual Outcomes in AcrySof IQ Toric Patients Versus Limbal Relaxing Incision (LRI) Patients

Comparison of Corneal Aberrations and Visual Outcomes in AcrySof IQ Toric Patients Versus LRI Patients

A prospective evaluation of postoperative corneal aberrations and visual parameters in patients assigned to either an AcrySof IQ Toric intraocular lens (IOL) group or a group implanted with a SN60WF IOL and having concomitant limbal relaxing incision.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. operable cataracts
2. good ocular health
3. 0.5 D to 2.0 D of corneal astigmatism

Exclusion Criteria:

1. > 2.0 D astigmatism
2. irregular astigmatism
3. prior or ongoing corneal disease or scarring
4. history of ocular disease