Posterior Capsule Opacification in Silicone and Hydrophobic Acrylic Intraocular Lenses with Sharp-edge Optics Six Years After Surgery

An angulated three-piece hydrophobic acrylic IOL had more PCO 6 years after surgery than a silicone IOL of otherwise similar design. Apart from an optic material effect, differences in haptic design and the degree of optic edge sharpness may play a role.