Biocompatibility of implant materials: a review and scanning electron microscopic study.

The evolution of various plastic materials used in the manufacture of intraocular lenses is reviewed, with special reference to the problem of biocompatibility of lens haptic materials. To date, polypropylene has been found and continues to be a highly effective, relatively inert material, providing good surgical results. However, the present study and other morphologic and chemical studies have provided evidence that indicates long-term alteration of polypropylene may occur. For this reason we believe that further studies of this particular polymer are warranted. Also, a continuing search and trial of other plastics to discover an equivalent or even more efficacious haptic material seems desirable. There is a need for careful long-term follow-up of patients after intraocular lens implantation, particularly of young patients.

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