Managing irregular corneas
prior to cataract surgery
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Managing lumps and
bumps: Paving the way
to optimum cataract
outcomes
by Chiles Samaniego
Corneal abnormalities—
mainly pathologies such as
pterygium, Salzmann's nodules,
and epithelial basement
membrane dystrophy—may be
visually significant. EyeWorld
consulted various experts about
handling these conditions.
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Handling patients with
keratoconus who need
cataract surgery
by Ellen Stodola
Experts discuss treatment
options for patients with
keratoconus, steps to take
before surgery, how they
decide on a plan of action,
and appropriate lens options
for these patients.
42
Cataract surgery and
addressing irregular
astigmatism in Fuchs'
by Liz Hillman
How to handle IOL calculations
and cataract surgery in a patient
with Fuchs' dystrophy and
irregular astigmatism varies
by patient.
46
Algorithm and
surgeons address OSD,
DED before surgery
by Vanessa Caceres
Dry eye and OSD are common
problems before cataract
and refractive surgery.
Addressing these problems
can help patients obtain better
vision through surgery.
ASCRS
NOVEMBER 2019 • VOLUME 24 • NUMBER 11
IN FOCUS
4 | EYEWORLD | NOVEMBER 2019
