2003•Journal of Cataract & Refractive SurgeryRequires access

Management of traumatic aniridia and aphakia with an iris reconstruction implant

Saileela Hanumanthu, Lennox A. Webb

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We describe the clinical features and management of a 36-year-old man with aniridia and aphakia following blunt ocular trauma. Examination showed partial aniridia and aphakia. We discuss the various options available in the management of this patient and describe the surgical technique involved in the implantation of an iris reconstruction implant.

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Key concepts: Aphakia, Aniridia, IRIS (biosensor), Medicine, Implant, Blunt, Ophthalmology, Blunt trauma