Abstract

An iris-claw intraocular lens (IOL) has been widely used as a secondary implant in aphakic patients and insufficient capsular or zonular support. They have gained popularity due to their simple fast technique, favourable functional outcomes, and safety Methods A non-comparative prospective interventional case series study about IOL implantation was conducted for a period of 1 year, by convenience sampling method. In our centre 3000 IOL implantations were done in 2022-2023 (1 year). Out of them 70 were Retro pupillary Iris Claw IOL implantations done at Dr. P.S.R Regional eye hospital, Kurnool medical college, Kurnool Results Out of 70 patients 8 have some complications after iris claw implantation. 11.2% have complications and 88.8% have good outcome with iris claw implantation. The observed complications are as follows abnormal pupil, decreased in visual acuity, raised intra ocular pressure, significant Anterior chamber reaction, iris abnormalities, post operative glaucoma, cystoid macular edema, endothelial decompensation. Conclusion Both primary and secondary retropupillary iris claw implantation is a viable option for the eyes without capsular support with less complications post operatively; it is safest and easiest method. we can overcome the problems of surgical aphakia and also aphakia due to trauma

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