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Pseudoexfoliation, Weak Zonules & Astigmatism in IOL Patients

Gary Wӧrtz Gary Wӧrtz
10 February 2025 1 ' to read
Dr. Gary Wörtz (USA) explains how to handle patients with pseudoexfoliation and weak zonules. He also shares insights on a study showing promising results with arcuate incision for low astigmatism and offers tips on using femtosecond lasers for precision.
Gary Wӧrtz

Gary Wӧrtz

Cataract & Refractive Surgeon Commonwealth Eye Surgery, Kentucky

IOL Patients

Astigmatism Management in Premium Cataract Surgery

How to handle IOL patients with pseudoexfoliation and weak zonules? In this episode of BVI’s EyeXchange Talks™, Dr. Gary Wӧrtz (USA) dives into a complex case that had some unexpected twists, emphasizing careful techniques to avoid trauma.

He also touches upon a study that examined arcuate incisions for patients with low astigmatism which showed promising results, tips on using femtosecond lasers for precision, and suggests validated formulas for success in astigmatism correction.

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