CLINICAL PROFILE OF POSTERIOR CAPSULAR OPACIFICATION AND VISUAL OUTCOME AFTER ND:YAG LASER CAPSULOTOMY

Dr. Tejal Shivaji Patil , DR. AKSHAY BHANDARI

Posterior capsular opacification, Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy, cataract surgery, visual outcome, intraocular lens, fibrous PCO, Elschnig pearls, PMMA, acrylic IOL, intraocular pressure.

Purpose: To evaluate the clinical profile of posterior capsular opacification (PCO) and assess visual outcomes following Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted on 70 eyes diagnosed with PCO after cataract surgery. Comprehensive ophthalmic evaluation included PCO morphology, intraocular lens (IOL) type, and pre- and post-procedure best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA). Nd:YAG capsulotomy was performed using standard technique, and visual improvement and complications were analyzed. Results: Fibrous PCO was most common (42.85%), and PMMA IOLs showed higher incidence compared to acrylic lenses. Most cases required low laser energy, with transient intraocular pressure elevation in 35.71% of patients. Visual improvement of two Snellen lines occurred in 54.28% of cases, confirming Nd:YAG capsulotomy as safe and effective. Conclusion: Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy provides significant visual rehabilitation for PCO. Judicious energy use and timely intervention are essential to minimize complications and optimize outcomes.

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"CLINICAL PROFILE OF POSTERIOR CAPSULAR OPACIFICATION AND VISUAL OUTCOME AFTER ND:YAG LASER CAPSULOTOMY", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.11, Issue 1, page no.a218-a223, January-2026, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2601026.pdf

Volume 11 Issue 1, January-2026

Pages : a218-a223

Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_306785

Published Paper Id: IJSDR2601026

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Research Area: Humanities All

Country: Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, India

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