Surgical Placement of an Optical Prosthetic Device for End-Stage Macular Degeneration

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OBJECTIVE: To describe the surgical procedure for placement of an implantable telescope prosthesis for end-stage age-related macular degeneration. METHODS: As part of a phase 2/3 clinical trial for patients with bilateral, irreversible age-related macular degeneration, the optimal procedure for monocular placement of the telescope prosthesis was determined. RESULTS: Because of the unique configuration of the telescope prosthesis, proper wound construction, anterior chamber management, and device insertion after phacoemulsification are critical for successful surgery. CONCLUSION: A unique surgical technique ensures appropriate placement of the telescope prosthesis, while reducing surgical trauma to the corneal endothelium.