Intraocular lenses and their follow-up in the optometric office.

A broad overview of intraocular lens implantation is presented for the optometrist. Included in this overview is a review of the most recent literature comparing complication rates for lens implants versus standard cataract surgery. A proportion of the paper addresses itself to the pre and post-operative optometric management of the pseudophakic patient. This paper is presented to give the optometrist a basic understanding of the expanding field of intraocular lens implantation as well as a reference list which will serve as a starting point for further review.