Retained Lens Fragments After Phacoemulsification

Postoperative Events in Patients With and Without Retained Nuclear Fragments in the Anterior Vitreous After Routine Phacoemulsification

The purpose of this study is to investigate postoperative events in patients noted to have retained nuclear fragments in the anterior vitreous during routine phacoemulsification and in those who did not.

In this study, we investigate whether presence of retained nuclear fragments in the anterior vitreous noted during uncomplicated cataract surgery is associated with higher incidence of postoperative adverse events. We will be assessing events including cystoid macular edema, iritis, elevated intraocular pressure, and retinal detachment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Routine cataract surgery with phacoemulsification

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pre-existing macular edema
• Active uveitis
• Intraocular exclusion surgeries
• Significant ocular trauma
• Evidence of phacodonesis or zonular weakness .