Scanning electron microscopic study of modern silicone intraocular lenses. J Cataract Refract Surg 1992 May;18(3):232-5
Date
05/01/1992Pubmed ID
1593428DOI
10.1016/s0886-3350(13)80898-xScopus ID
2-s2.0-0026980282 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 21 CitationsAbstract
Silicone, as manufactured today, appears to be a biocompatible material. The safety and efficacy of silicone lenses are primarily related to the intraocular lens (IOL) design. We compared the edge finish of two three-piece polypropylene loop foldable silicone IOL designs (Allergan Medical Optics) and three one-piece designs (Staar Surgical Co., CooperVision-Cilco). Except for an early Staar one-piece design, all lenses including the more recent Staar lenses had acceptably smooth edges with minimal molding flash.
Author List
Tsai JC, Castaneda VE, Apple DJ, Wasserman D, Hoggatt JP, Legler UFAuthor
Judy P. Hoggatt MD Assistant Professor in the Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences department at Medical College of WisconsinMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
Biocompatible MaterialsLenses, Intraocular
Microscopy, Electron, Scanning
Silicone Elastomers