What is the best surgical approach for ectopia lentis in Marfan syndrome?

What is the best surgical approach for ectopia lentis in Marfan syndrome?

The surgical management of ectopia lentis (EL) in Marfan syndrome (MFS) represents a challenge to the ophthalmologist. We reviewed the literature on the surgical management of ectopia lentis in MFS patients from the classical pars plana lensectomy (PPL) to the most innovative scleral- and iris-fixat...

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Main Authors: Sergio Groman-Lupa, Daniela Santos-Cantú, Hugo Quiroz-Mercado
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Permanyer 2015-10-01
Series:Revista Mexicana de Oftalmología
Subjects:
Marfan syndrome
Ectopia lentis
Surgical management
Pars plana vitrectomy
Intraocular lens
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0187451915001031
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Summary:The surgical management of ectopia lentis (EL) in Marfan syndrome (MFS) represents a challenge to the ophthalmologist. We reviewed the literature on the surgical management of ectopia lentis in MFS patients from the classical pars plana lensectomy (PPL) to the most innovative scleral- and iris-fixated intraocular lens (IOL) surgical techniques. The results with the innovative approaches have been satisfactory but with a relatively short follow-up period and several complications associated, and the need of a highly experienced and skilled surgeon. We suggest that PPL approach with postsurgical aphakia is the safest surgical approach to ectopia lentis in MFS on a routinely basis.
ISSN:0187-4519

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