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From Empiricism to Simulation: A New Era in Cataract Surgery Planning

How advances in physics-informed optical modeling will reshape how surgeons select intraocular lenses and plan refractive cataract outcomes in the near future

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Cataract surgery has evolved from merely removing opaque lenses to a sophisticated refractive procedure aimed at achieving precise postoperative vision. With modern intraocular lens (IOL) implantation, accurate power calculation has become crucial, and artificial intelligence is promising further refinement. The rise of presbyopia-correcting IOLs demands enhanced decision-making through optical simulation, moving beyond traditional methods. As patient expectations for spectacle independence grow, integrating physics into the surgical planning process is essential for optimizing outcomes.

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From Empiricism to Simulation: A New Era in Cataract Surgery Planning

  • by Benjamin Stern

  • April 14, 2026

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