Current Trends in the Clinical and Surgical Management of Presbyopia

Abstract

Presbyopia is the gradual and progressive loss of the accommodative range of the crystalline lens that begins between 38 and 40 years of age and culminates at 55 years of age when it is completely lost. It is caused by increased stiffness of the lens and, in particular, a greater change in the stiffness of the nucleus of its cortex. Uncorrected or undercorrected presbyopia has a negative impact on quality of life in relation to vision, affected individuals experience a significant positive change in productivity in their daily activities when using an appropriate optical correction. The different treatment alternatives should be applied in a personalized way to optimize the range of focus for daily tasks, minimize adverse visual effects and meet the patient's expectations according to needs and economic scope. The most effective treatments with the least undesirable effects so far are optical devices such as glasses and contact lenses. Surgical methods may leave visual symptoms. The aim of this study was to perform a literature search on current trends in the clinical-surgical management of presbyopia.