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Review
. 2024 Aug 26;16(8):e67828.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.67828. eCollection 2024 Aug.

Innovations and Outcomes in Astigmatism Correction During Cataract Surgery: A Comprehensive Review

Vijaya Mallareddy  1 , Sachin Daigavane  1
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Review

Innovations and Outcomes in Astigmatism Correction During Cataract Surgery: A Comprehensive Review

Vijaya Mallareddy et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

Astigmatism, a prevalent refractive error caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens, can significantly affect visual acuity and the quality of life. Correcting astigmatism during cataract surgery is essential for achieving optimal postoperative visual outcomes. This comprehensive review examines recent innovations in astigmatism correction methods and their impact on cataract surgery. It provides an in-depth analysis of advancements such as toric intraocular lenses (IOLs), femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS), and new IOL technologies designed to address astigmatism with greater precision. The review also evaluates clinical outcomes, including visual acuity improvements, patient satisfaction, and safety considerations associated with these innovations. Additionally, it explores the cost-effectiveness of various techniques and highlights emerging trends and future directions in the field. By synthesizing current evidence, this review aims to offer valuable insights for clinicians and inform best practices in astigmatism management during cataract surgery.

Keywords: astigmatism correction; cataract surgery; femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (flacs); surgical innovations; toric intraocular lenses (iols); visual acuity.

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Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work.

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Figure 1
Figure 1. Technological advancements in IOL and eye surgery
Image credit: Dr. Vijaya Mallareddy IOL: intraocular lens
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