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Spontaneous repositioning of posterior chamber intraocular lens: a mere coincidence?

Reposicionamento espontâneo de uma lente intraocular na câmara posterior: uma mera coincidência?

ABSTRACT

Despite the recent developments in modern cataract surgery and the application of a vast array of new devices and machines, late in-the-bag intraocular lens dislocation remains a devastating, albeit rare, complication. Various nonsurgical and surgical techniques have been used to manage this complication. We report a case of spontaneous repositioning in the left eye of an anteriorly subluxated in-the-bag intraocular lens. The spontaneous repositioning may have been caused by antagonistic effects related to the topical administration of brimonidine and prednisolone. The dislocation was treated without aggressive manipulation or surgical intervention.

Keywords:
Mydriasis; Miosis; Lenses, intraocular; Lens subluxation/chemically induced; Lens subluxation/surgery; Postoperative complications

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