title: Removal of intraocular lenses: explanation and/or lens exchange.
abstract: Removal of intraocular lenses are often performed without adequate reason. I attempted to clarify indications and describe certain methods to remove intraocular lenses safely. I also defined the terminology used in conjunction with intraocular lens removal. (Table).
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012086:Reoperation