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Use of neural networks to predict vault values after implantable collamer lens surgery.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Appropriate sizing of the implantable collamer lens (ICL) and accurate prediction of the vault are crucial prior to surgery. However, sometimes, the vault value is higher or lower than predicted, necessitating reoperation. The present study aimed to develop neural networks for improving predictions of vault values following ICL implantation based on preoperative biometric data.

Methods

This retrospective study included 137 eyes of 74 patients with ICLs. Linear regression and neural network analyses were used to examine the relationship between vault values at the 6-month follow-up and preoperative parameters (e.g., ICL characteristics and biometrics).

Results

Linear regression analysis revealed that vault values were correlated with five variables: ICL size, anterior chamber depth (ACD), angle-to-angle (ATA), white-to-white (WTW), and lens thickness (LT) (adjusted R² = 0.411). Inclusion of more input variables was associated with better performance in the neural network analysis. The degree of fit when all 11 variables were included in the neural network model was close to 1 (R² = 0.98). R² values for the quaternary neural network model enrolling four input variables (ICL size, ATA, ACD, and LT) reached 0.90.

Conclusions

A neural network equation including the ICL size and biometric parameters of the anterior segment (ATA, ACD, and LT) can be used to predict the postoperative vault, aiding in the selection of an appropriate ICL size and reducing the need for reoperation after surgery.

SUBMITTER: Xu K

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8589809 | biostudies-literature |

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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