August 6, 2025Open Access

Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery

Key Points

Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery offers outstanding visual outcomes and low complication rates.
The precise capsulotomy technique supports the effective implantation of advanced intraocular lenses.
FLACS is beneficial even for patients with other ocular comorbidities, expanding its applicability.
Despite its advantages, economic challenges hinder the full potential of femtosecond laser technology in cataract procedures.

Abstract

Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) is a well-established procedure that consistently delivers excellent visual and refractive outcomes. It is associated with a low complication rate and has relatively few contraindications. Among its many advantages, the exceptionally precise capsulotomy is particularly beneficial for the implantation of advanced intraocular lenses (IOLs). FLACS has demonstrated clinical value even in patients with ocular comorbidities. Numerous studies have compared FLACS with conventional phacoemulsification cataract surgery (CPCS),a widely accepted and highly effective procedure that remains the current golden standard. While FLACS offers distinct technological advantages, it continues to evolve and has not yet reached its full potential, largely due to economic challenges.

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Dick et al. (Fri,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689a0f99e6551bb0af8d158f https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apjo.2025.100228

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