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[[File:Starbrille_2018_PD_04.JPG| | | name = Aphakia | ||
| image = [[File:Starbrille_2018_PD_04.JPG|250px]] | |||
| caption = A pair of glasses used to correct vision in aphakia | |||
| field = [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Blurry vision]], [[hyperopia]], [[astigmatism]], [[loss of accommodation]] | |||
| complications = [[Retinal detachment]], [[glaucoma]], [[macular edema]] | |||
| onset = Congenital or acquired | |||
| duration = Permanent | |||
| causes = [[Surgical removal of the lens]], [[trauma]], [[congenital absence]] | |||
| risks = [[Eye injury]], [[cataract surgery]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Eye examination]], [[slit lamp examination]], [[retinoscopy]] | |||
| differential = [[Pseudophakia]], [[cataract]], [[high hyperopia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corrective lenses]], [[contact lenses]], [[intraocular lens implant]] | |||
| medication = None specific | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Aphakia''' is the absence of the [[lens (anatomy)|lens]] of the [[eye]]. It is a condition that can occur congenitally, but is more commonly the result of surgical removal of the lens, often due to [[cataract]] extraction. Aphakia leads to a loss of the eye's ability to focus, resulting in [[hyperopia]] (farsightedness) and a significant increase in the eye's refractive power. | '''Aphakia''' is the absence of the [[lens (anatomy)|lens]] of the [[eye]]. It is a condition that can occur congenitally, but is more commonly the result of surgical removal of the lens, often due to [[cataract]] extraction. Aphakia leads to a loss of the eye's ability to focus, resulting in [[hyperopia]] (farsightedness) and a significant increase in the eye's refractive power. | ||
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With appropriate treatment, individuals with aphakia can achieve good visual outcomes. However, they may require ongoing adjustments to their corrective lenses and regular eye examinations to monitor their condition. | With appropriate treatment, individuals with aphakia can achieve good visual outcomes. However, they may require ongoing adjustments to their corrective lenses and regular eye examinations to monitor their condition. | ||
== | == See also == | ||
* [[Cataract]] | * [[Cataract]] | ||
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| Aphakia | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Blurry vision, hyperopia, astigmatism, loss of accommodation |
| Complications | Retinal detachment, glaucoma, macular edema |
| Onset | Congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Permanent |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Surgical removal of the lens, trauma, congenital absence |
| Risks | Eye injury, cataract surgery |
| Diagnosis | Eye examination, slit lamp examination, retinoscopy |
| Differential diagnosis | Pseudophakia, cataract, high hyperopia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corrective lenses, contact lenses, intraocular lens implant |
| Medication | None specific |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Aphakia is the absence of the lens of the eye. It is a condition that can occur congenitally, but is more commonly the result of surgical removal of the lens, often due to cataract extraction. Aphakia leads to a loss of the eye's ability to focus, resulting in hyperopia (farsightedness) and a significant increase in the eye's refractive power.
Causes[edit]
Aphakia can be caused by several factors:
- Congenital Aphakia: A rare condition where a child is born without a lens. This can occur due to genetic factors or developmental issues during pregnancy.
- Surgical Removal: The most common cause of aphakia is the surgical removal of the lens, typically due to cataract surgery. In some cases, the lens is removed and not replaced with an intraocular lens (IOL).
- Trauma: Severe eye injuries can result in the dislocation or loss of the lens.
Symptoms[edit]
Individuals with aphakia may experience:
- Blurred Vision: Due to the loss of the lens, the eye cannot focus light properly on the retina.
- Hyperopia: The absence of the lens causes the eye to become more hyperopic, or farsighted.
- Loss of Accommodation: The ability to change focus from distant to near objects is lost.
- Glare and Halos: Increased sensitivity to light and the appearance of halos around lights.
Diagnosis[edit]
Aphakia is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination, which includes:
- Visual Acuity Test: To assess the clarity of vision.
- Slit-Lamp Examination: To examine the structures of the eye, including the absence of the lens.
- Retinoscopy: To determine the refractive error of the eye.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for aphakia aims to restore vision and may include:
- Corrective Lenses: Glasses or contact lenses can be used to correct the refractive error caused by the absence of the lens.
- Intraocular Lens Implantation: In some cases, an artificial lens can be implanted to replace the missing natural lens.
Prognosis[edit]
With appropriate treatment, individuals with aphakia can achieve good visual outcomes. However, they may require ongoing adjustments to their corrective lenses and regular eye examinations to monitor their condition.
