Heparin-Coated Intraocular Lens for Uveitis Patients After Cataract Surgery

This study focuses on patients with uveitis, a condition that can lead to complications after cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation. These complications may include iris adhesions to the lens, cellular deposits on the lens surface obscuring vision, and uveitis itself. The study aims to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a heparin-coated intraocular lens, which may offer a more compatible surface and potentially reduce post-surgery complications. This research is crucial as it could pave the way for improved care and reduced risks for uveitis patients undergoing cataract surgery. In this study, 80 patients with a history of uveitis who require cataract surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either a heparin-coated intraocular lens or an unmodified lens. The primary goal is to evaluate the development of cellular deposits on the lens surface one year after surgery. These deposits will be assessed using standard photographs by a masked grader. Secondary goals include measuring visual acuity, intraocular inflammation, the development of anterior and posterior synechiae, and corneal endothelial cell counts.