Lens Capsule Violation During Anterior Chamber Paracentesis in Pneumatic Retinopexy

Abstract

This is a report of a 45-year-old woman treated with pneumatic retinopexy for a macula-sparing retinal detachment. During the procedure, an anterior chamber paracentesis was performed, and the anterior lens capsule was punctured leaving a focal, peripheral cataract. The patient was observed for 2 years without progression of cataract or signs of ocular inflammation.