Deciphering the enigma of astigmatism in cataract surgery.

Indian J Ophthalmol

Department of Ophthalmology, Narayana Nethralaya, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

Published: September 2022

Background: With about 87% of patients with cataracts having astigmatism, management of astigmatism in cataract surgery not only yields an improved unaided visual acuity and image quality but also higher patient satisfaction. The video will give a step-wise guide to cataract surgeons to manage astigmatism with cataracts.

Purpose: To hit the bull's eye as far as target refraction is concerned, it is necessary to understand the benefits and limitations of currently available cutting-edge technology and formulae and apply them to the cataract surgery practice. The purpose of the video is to make sure that we have no surprises in our Toric intraocular lens (IOL) planning.

Synopsis: After a brief introduction to available modalities for the treatment of astigmatism, a step-wise approach to diagnostics is discussed, which will include the role of corneal topography and aberrometers and their application to planning Toric IOLs. Appropriate planning, implementation, and execution in form of preoperative and intraoperative pearls of using Toric IOLs are shown in the video. This will be followed by troubleshooting and case-based discussions and future perspectives including the possible role of corneal biomechanics.

Highlights: What this video adds new is the importance of topography, interpretation of Belin‒Ambrosio display map and the equivalent keratometry reading (EKR) map, aberrometry, and higher order aberration (HOA) analysis and role of biomechanics in Toric IOL planning. Video also highlights the importance of posterior corneal astigmatism and accurate axis marking. With a case-based approach and relevant examples, we are trying to decipher the enigma of astigmatism by giving a step-wise approach for the same.

Online Video Link: https://youtu.be/5VuEY_6NdQA.

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