title: [Myopia and cataract].
abstract: Myopia and cataracts are frequently associated: a cataract may lead to index myopia; high myopia is complicated by the frequent and early development of cataracts. In this case, given the retinal fragility, there are problems in operating techniques and indication. Extra-capsular extraction with in-the-bag implantation is the safest technique. A lens implant of well-calculated strength can best correct a preexistent myopia. The refractive goal varies according to the patient's age and activity. Intra and postoperative complications are rarer than expected with such abnormal eyes. A useful visual acuity can be obtained in 90% of the cases.
authors.affiliation: Service d'ophtalmologie, Hôtel-Dieu, Marseille.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Metge
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Donnadieu
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002386:Cataract / Q000209:etiology*; D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D008875:Middle Aged; D009216:Myopia / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D012307:Risk Factors
vernacular_title: Myopie et cataracte.