The Journey of Intraocular Lens Materials in Ophthalmology and Their Place in Modern Surgery Göz İçi Lens Materyallerin Oftalmoloji Alanında Yolculuğu ve Modern Cerrahideki Yeri
Journal of Uludag University Medical Faculty, cilt.50, sa.3, ss.565-572, 2024 (Scopus, TRDizin)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Derleme
- Cilt numarası: 50 Sayı: 3
- Basım Tarihi: 2024
- Doi Numarası: 10.32708/uutfd.1531821
- Dergi Adı: Journal of Uludag University Medical Faculty
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.565-572
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Intraocular lens, Lens materials, Lens technology, Ophthalmology, Surgical application
- Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Cataracts are preventable and important health problems. Intraocular lenses (IOLs) used in cataract surgery play an important role in improving vision quality after surgery. Lenses (IOLs) placed in the eye during cataract surgery are made of various materials. Initially made of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), IOLs have been replaced with more advanced materials such as silicone and acrylic over time. IOLs are constantly improving in terms of biocompatibility, optical performance, and patient comfort. In addition, new technologies, such as multifocal, accommodative, and adjustable lenses, aim to provide clear vision at different distances. This article focuses on the development of IOLs, their current status, properties of the materials used, and classification of these lenses.