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April 15, 2023
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VIDEO: Surgeon discusses management of astigmatism, presbyopia

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Key takeaways:

  • There are many options for managing astigmatism during cataract surgery.
  • The defocus curve is useful for helping to choose the ideal presbyopia-correcting lens.

TAMPA, Fla. — In this Healio Video Perspective from the Telling It Like It Is meeting, Brian M. Shafer, MD, shares his thoughts on managing astigmatism or presbyopia at the time of cataract surgery.

Shafer talks about specific surgical procedures and IOLs that have shown efficacy in managing different types of astigmatism.

In addition, he discusses how the defocus curve can help determine the best IOL option for patients with presbyopia.