Abstract
Purpose
To describe a new scleral fixation foldable intraocular lens (IOL): the Ultima©.
Methods
The novel IOL is a new scleral fixation acrylic hydrophilic foldable lens that offers a 360° sulcus support due to its round geometry. It can be folded and inserted through a 4 mm clear cornea incision. Twenty-five eyes implanted with the Ultima© lens were followed for 2 years.
Results
Twenty-two eyes showed visual improvement, two eyes had no functional improvement, and one eye had visual deterioration. The IOL remained well centered and showed no signs of tilting in all patients during the entire follow-up.
Conclusions
The main advantages of the Ultima© IOL include the lack of tilting and the minimum postoperative astigmatism. It also allows a clear retinal examination and provides an excellent barrier for silicone oil between vitreous cavity and anterior chamber.
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