[Combined vitrectomy-lensectomy surgery with bag-in-the-lens or lens in the bag implantation: comparison of final visual acuity].

Introduction: Combined vitrectomy-lensectomy surgery is a safe and effective procedure. Nevertheless, it is frequently complicated by posterior capsule opacification and the formation of posterior synechiae. These complications can be avoided by placing a "bag in the lens" (BIL) implant.