Management of traumatic cataracts can be challenging, but advanced phacoemulsification/vitrectomy machines with better fluidic parameters, refined surgical techniques and availability of various capsular dyes (e.g. trypan blue), anti-inflammatory/vitreous staining adjuncts (preservative free triamcinolone) and devices (OVDs, Iris hooks, Malyugin rings, CTRs, CTS) and IOLs (Glued IOL/retro-iris fixated), augment the chances of a good outcome.
An understanding and thorough evaluation (anterior and posterior segment examination and imaging studies to rule out intraocular foreign body) of the nature and extent of the ocular damage and careful planning & counseling prior to surgery are imperative to the proper management of these challenging cases of traumatic cataract. Presented by: Dr Suresh K Pandey & Dr Vidushi Sharma
