The Suture‐In‐Needle, Closed‐Loop Technique for Repositioning a Dislocated Akreos Adapt Intraocular Lens

<b>Purpose:</b> To evaluate a modified minimally invasive technique for trans-scleral repositioning of dislocated Akreos Adapt intraocular lenses (IOLs) without scleral flaps. <b>Methods:</b> This retrospective case series included 17 eyes with subluxated or dislocated IOLs that underwent repositioning using a suture-in-needle, closed-loop technique. The procedure involved passing an 8-0 polypropylene suture through the IOL's four fenestrated haptics using a bent 30-gauge needle. The exterior suture knot was buried into the sclera without creating scleral flaps or dissecting the conjunctiva. Data on pre- and postoperative intraocular pressure, best-corrected visual acuity, IOL position, corneal endothelial cell counts, and intra-/postoperative complications were collected and analyzed. The follow-up period lasted at least 6 months. <b>Results:</b> All 17 cases demonstrated stable and well-centered IOLs with improved visual acuity. No significant complications, including IOL tilt, decentration, vitreous hemorrhage, hypotony, iris capture, or suture erosion, were observed during the follow-up. <b>Conclusion:</b> The suture-in-needle, closed-loop technique for trans-scleral refixation of dislocated Akreos Adapt IOLs is minimally invasive, achieves excellent anatomical and functional outcomes, and reduces the risk of complications.

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Journal of Ophthalmology
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2025-01-01
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https://doi.org/10.1155/joph/6846620
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Intraocular Surgery and Lenses
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The Suture‐In‐Needle, Closed‐Loop Technique for Repositioning a Dislocated Akreos Adapt Intraocular Lens

Kunkun Zheng, Jingjing Zhang, Fang Liu, Lei Wan
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Intraocular Surgery and Lenses
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The Suture‐In‐Needle, Closed‐Loop Technique for Repositioning a Dislocated Akreos Adapt Intraocular Lens

Kunkun Zheng, Jingjing Zhang, Fang Liu, Lei Wan
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Abstract

<b>Purpose:</b> To evaluate a modified minimally invasive technique for trans-scleral repositioning of dislocated Akreos Adapt intraocular lenses (IOLs) without scleral flaps. <b>Methods:</b> This retrospective case series included 17 eyes with subluxated or dislocated IOLs that underwent repositioning using a suture-in-needle, closed-loop technique. The procedure involved passing an 8-0 polypropylene suture through the IOL's four fenestrated haptics using a bent 30-gauge needle. The exterior suture knot was buried into the sclera without creating scleral flaps or dissecting the conjunctiva. Data on pre- and postoperative intraocular pressure, best-corrected visual acuity, IOL position, corneal endothelial cell counts, and intra-/postoperative complications were collected and analyzed. The follow-up period lasted at least 6 months. <b>Results:</b> All 17 cases demonstrated stable and well-centered IOLs with improved visual acuity. No significant complications, including IOL tilt, decentration, vitreous hemorrhage, hypotony, iris capture, or suture erosion, were observed during the follow-up. <b>Conclusion:</b> The suture-in-needle, closed-loop technique for trans-scleral refixation of dislocated Akreos Adapt IOLs is minimally invasive, achieves excellent anatomical and functional outcomes, and reduces the risk of complications.

Journal of OphthalmologyVol. 2025(1)
Shandong Eye Hospital (CN), Shandong First Medical University (CN)
Taishan Scholar Foundation of Shandong Province, Natural Science Foundation of Qingdao
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Intraocular Surgery and Lenses
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