Authors: Gona Soujanya, Kanthamani. K
Introduction: Posterior capsular opacification is the most common delayed complication following cataract surgery. Nd -YAG laser capsulotomy is the gold standard treatment for PCO which is both simple and effective. Though being a non-invasive and simple outpatient procedure, it is not without complications Materials and Methods: 89 patients with PCO who met the inclusion/exclusion criteria were taken up for Nd-YAG laser and followed up on day 1, after 1week, 1month and 3 months for visual acuity, IOP and other complications. Results: There is excellent and statistically significant (p immediately after the procedure with 90.9% getting a VA of 6/18. Several complications like IOP rise, iritis are noted which are transient & self resolving.IOL pitting was seen in 5.6% patients. Certain complications like Corneal haze & burns, Retinal detachment, Endophthalmitis and Secondary closure of capsulotomy were not seen in our study. Conclusion: Nd -YAG laser capsulotomy is a safe and effective method of treating PCO. Keywords: capsular opacification cataract NdYag laser capsulotomy.
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