Postoperative astigmatism in cataract surgery

Van Oye, R.

Bulletin de la Societe Belge d'Ophtalmologie 242: 55-59

1991


ISSN/ISBN: 0081-0746
PMID: 1842746
Document Number: 370812
The postoperative visual results after cataract surgery are sometimes disappointing because of induced astigmatism. A good wound construction is mandatory. A scleral incision, which is astigmatism neutral, is preferred. In case of corneal or limbal incision great care must be given to the placement and the tension of the sutures.

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