Use Of A Novel Three-Dimensional Head-Mounted Digital Visualization Platform In Corneal Endothelial Transplantation
Published 2023 - 41st Congress of the ESCRS
Reference: PO0669 | Type: Free paper | DOI: 10.82333/31dj-6c85
Authors: Nir Gomel* 1 , Eliya Levinger 1 , Shulamit Schwartz 1 , Adiel Barak 1 , Anat Loewenstein 1 , David Varssano 1 , Nir Sorkin 1
1Tel aviv sourasky medical center,Tel Aviv,Israel
Purpose
To report the first endothelial keratoplasty procedures performed using a 3D digital head-mounted ophthalmic exoscope.
Setting
A retrospective study.
Methods
Three patients underwent Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK) using a 3D digital ophthalmic exoscope (Beyeonics One, Beyeonics Vision, Haifa, Israel) at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel.
Results
All procedures were uneventful, leading to resolution of corneal edema and vision improvement. Surgeons reported excellent visualization and minimal lag, almost negligible, with the benefits of improved ergonomics and the use of head-gestures to control zoom, focus, brightness and panning. There were no postoperative complications.
Conclusions
The new 3D digital ophthalmic exoscope system can be successfully used in DSAEK surgery with potential advantages in ergonomics, picture quality and image control. Further studies can compare this system with either standard operating microscopes or 3D heads-up display systems.