Aberrometry in ophthalmology and its applications in cataract surgery

Abstract

We live in a world of exponentially increasing technology advancements and improving patient care has become a priority for all health care providers. In the field of ophthalmology, quality of vision has taken an edge over the need for regular visual acuity. Aberrometry is a newer non-invasive technique to accurately measure the imperfections of the eye and largely aid in achieving the best post-operative visual outcome. This article aims in reviewing the basics of optical aberrations and how to make the best of this technique in our clinical practice.

Keywords

• aberrometry
• angle kappa
• aspheric iol
• itrace
• spherical aberration