Managing Cataract patients with pre-existing corneal astigmatism (one diopter or more) require Toric IOL to achieve excellent visual outcome. In this video, we are pleased to share pearls for implantation of AcrySof Toric IOL & Multifocal AcrySof ReSTOR Toric IOL Implantation. Correction of corneal astigmatism is a key element of cataract surgery, since post-surgical residual astigmatism can compromise the patient's uncorrected visual acuity. Toric intraocular lenses (IOLs) compensate for corneal astigmatism at the time of surgery, correcting ocular astigmatism.
They are a predictable treatment. However, accurate measurement of corneal astigmatism is mandatory for choosing the correct toric IOL power and for planning optimal alignment. When calculating the power of toric IOLs, it is important to consider anterior and posterior corneal astigmatism, along with the surgically induced…
