[Experiences with the p-HEMA posterior chamber lens].

We reviewed about 120 p-HEMA intraocular lenses (IOL), which had been implanted during the last 2 years. Neither posterior synechia of the iris with the IOL occurred, nor could severe anterior chamber reactions be encountered. The clinical findings indicated excellent biocompatibility of the p-HEMA material. In some cases we found a moderate diffuse clouding of the IOL, which did not impair the visual acuity. In 21 eyes the IOL was decentered. The low mechanical stability as well as the few clinical experiences prevent the general use of the p-HEMA lens as a routine IOL in our clinic.