Suture Fixation Technique for a Single-piece Foldable Closed-loop Intraocular Lens
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PURPOSE We describe a suture fixation technique for a single-piece foldable acrylic closed-loop intraocular lens (IOL) (C-flex, Rayner). METHODS In our experimental model analyzing the stability of acrylic haptics, we confirmed that the IOL could be in counterpoise without tilt using only a two-point fixation. This new surgical technique was performed in seven patients. RESULTS The unique haptic design allows easy and secure suture fixation. The clinical outcomes were encouraging. CONCLUSIONS It is conceivable that better stabilization can be achieved by the broad arc of distal haptic-tissue contact, in addition to suture fixation, using our surgical technique with the C-flex IOL.
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