title: Identification of a retrolental membrane during laser capsulotomy in eyes with a Hydroview intraocular lens.
abstract: We report our observation of a distinct membrane on the posterior surface of the Hydroview (Bausch & Lomb Surgical) intraocular lens during laser capsulotomy in 6 patients. In 3 patients, the retrolental membrane was noted during 4 to 6 weeks of follow-up after laser capsulotomy. The technique of a 2-stage laser capsulotomy in this group of patients is described. The possible cause and significance for this observation are also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Cheltenham General Hospital, UK. ophthal-bala@excite.com
authors.forename: Chinnasamy
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Balasubramaniam
authors.forename: Andrew I
authors.initials: AI
authors.lastname: McNaught
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002386:Cataract / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D007903:Lens Capsule, Crystalline / Q000601:surgery*; D019654:Lens Implantation, Intraocular; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D008297:Male; D008566:Membranes / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D018918:Phacoemulsification; D011183:Postoperative Complications