Methylcellulose and lens implantation.

AUTOR(ES)

Fechner, P. U.

RESUMO

Methylcellulose has been used since 1976 to prevent damage to the corneal endothelium during operations for implantation of intraocular lenses. Originally one drop of a 1% solution was placed on the artificial lens just before its insertion. Later the anterior chamber was completely filled with a 2% solution of methylcellulose before implantation. In this way it is possible to maintain a space between the cornea and iris even if vitreous pressure is present and to operate without risk to the corneal endothelium. This paper demonstrates the safety of the intraocular use of methylcellulose on the basis of over 400 operations. The substance is cheap, universally available, and can be easily prepared for intraocular use.

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