Evaluation of Cionni Ring versus Yamane Method for Intraocular Lens Placement in Children with Lens Subluxation Due to Marfan Syndrome - Takeaways - MDSpire

Evaluation of Cionni Ring versus Yamane Method for Intraocular Lens Placement in Children with Lens Subluxation Due to Marfan Syndrome

  • By

  • Fahri Onur Aydin

  • Irem Onal

  • Ali Ceylan

  • Yusuf Berk Akbas

  • Elif Kedek Bilmez

  • Burcin Kepez Yildiz

  • Yusuf Yildirim

  • January 18, 2026

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    Marfan syndrome is a leading cause of lens subluxation in children, often presenting with ectopia lentis and other ocular complications.

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    The study compares Cionni ring capsular bag fixation and Yamane technique scleral fixation for intraocular lens implantation in pediatric patients.

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    A total of 29 eyes from 21 patients were included, all undergoing lens extraction and IOL implantation in a single surgical session.

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    Surgical techniques were chosen based on capsular integrity, with Cionni rings preferred for intact capsular bags and Yamane for inadequate support.

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    The study highlights the challenges of managing zonular weakness in children, emphasizing the need for effective long-term IOL stability.

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Evaluation of Cionni Ring versus Yamane Method for Intraocular Lens Placement in Children with Lens Subluxation Due to Marfan Syndrome

  • by Fahri Onur Aydin, Irem Onal, Ali Ceylan, Yusuf Berk Akbas, Elif Kedek Bilmez, Burcin Kepez Yildiz, Yusuf Yildirim

  • January 18, 2026

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