Author(s):
1. Meliha Halilbasic, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina , Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract:
Cataract surgery in uveitic eyes is often challenging and can result in intraoperative and postoperative complications. Most uveitic patients enjoy good vision despite potentially sight-threatening complications, including cataract development. Optimal treatment of cataract in the setting of uveitis requires optimal management of uveitis, including appropriate diagnostic workup and scrupulous attention to preoperative preparation, intraoperative technique, and postoperative management. With improved understanding of the disease processes, pre- and perioperative control of inflammation, modern surgical techniques, availability of biocompatible intraocular lens material and design, surgical experience in performing complicated cataract surgeries, and efficient management of postoperative complications have led to much better outcome. In this work we will present video of phacoemulsification of uveitic cataract surgery. We will discuss surgical goals and how we achieved them. In conclusion, management of the uveitic cataract requires careful case selection, proper timing of surgery, meticulous surgery and close monitoring with appropriate handling of the postoperative complications that may occur. These eyes can achieve good outcomes with proper management.

Key words:
uveitic cataract, phacoemulsification

Thematic field:
katarakta

Opening paper:
Yes

Date of abstract submission:
31.03.2012.

Number of visits:
800

Conference:
II Kongres oftalmologa BiH