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A Staged Approach to Traumatic Cataract in Severe Corneal Ectasia

John Josephson, MD, and Karanveer Saini

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This case demonstrates a staged approach to managing severe corneal ectasia and traumatic cataract. Corneal tissue addition keratoplasty was performed to address advanced keratoconus, followed by cataract extraction and implantation of a Light Adjustable Lens, resulting in excellent postoperative outcomes.

Posted: 1/05/2026

Keywords:

CTAK

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Keratoplasty

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LAL

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Light Adjustable Lens

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Traumatic Cataract

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Corneal Ectasia

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Keratoconus

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A Staged Approach to Traumatic Cataract in Severe Corneal Ectasia

John Josephson, MD, and Karanveer Saini

This case demonstrates a staged approach to managing severe corneal ectasia and traumatic cataract. Corneal tissue addition keratoplasty was performed to address advanced keratoconus, followed by cataract extraction and implantation of a Light Adjustable Lens, resulting in excellent postoperative outcomes.

Posted: 1/05/2026

Keywords:

CTAK

•

Keratoplasty

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LAL

•

Light Adjustable Lens

•

Traumatic Cataract

•

Corneal Ectasia

•

Keratoconus

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