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Nd:YAG Laser Capsulotomy: Efficacy and Outcomes Performed by Optometrists.


ABSTRACT:

Significance

An increasing number of optometrists are performing Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy procedures; however, there is limited published information on the outcomes of these procedures.

Purpose

This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of capsulotomy procedures performed by optometrists.

Methods

Subjects diagnosed with posterior capsule opacification causing reduced vision and subjective visual complaints were recruited for this study. A baseline examination was performed to ensure that the subjects met all the necessary criteria. The procedure was performed by a licensed doctor of optometry at six different clinics, and each subject was monitored for visual outcome and any potential complications.

Results

Subjects' Snellen visual acuity improved from an average of 20/40 to 20/23 ( P < .001) with no complications of increased intraocular pressure, inflammation, visually significant lens pitting, macular edema, or retinal detachment. Of 78 subjects who responded to a post-procedure survey, 77 (99%) reported subjective improvement in vision after capsulotomy.

Conclusions

Based on the outcomes of this study, YAG laser capsulotomies are effective treatments to improve patient vision that can be safely and effectively performed by optometrists.

SUBMITTER: Lighthizer N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10662619 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Nd:YAG Laser Capsulotomy: Efficacy and Outcomes Performed by Optometrists.

Lighthizer Nathan N   Johnson Spencer S   Holthaus Jared J   Holthaus Kathleen K   Cherian Bibin B   Swindell Ryan R   Weber Brianna B   Weise Karli K   Cockrell David D   Lewis Stephen S   Wroten Christopher C   Anastasio Jeff J   Ellen Jason J   Miller Jeffrey M JM  

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry 20230808 10


<h4>Significance</h4>An increasing number of optometrists are performing Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy procedures; however, there is limited published information on the outcomes of these procedures.<h4>Purpose</h4>This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of capsulotomy procedures performed by optometrists.<h4>Methods</h4>Subjects diagnosed with posterior capsule opacification causing reduced vision and subjective visual complaints were recruited for this study. A baseline examination was p  ...[more]

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