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Anterior Segment Surgery

Anterior segment surgery encompasses surgical procedures performed on the front structures of the eye, including the cornea, iris, lens, and anterior chamber. Research published in Ophthalmic Science addresses several technical and clinical dimensions of these procedures. The journal has examined innovations in mana…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 7 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 5× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2470-0436 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Anterior segment surgery encompasses surgical procedures performed on the front structures of the eye, including the cornea, iris, lens, and anterior chamber. Research published in Ophthalmic Science addresses several technical and clinical dimensions of these procedures. The journal has examined innovations in managing challenging cataract surgery scenarios, particularly when normal capsular support is absent, requiring specialized intraocular lens designs. Studies have investigated the biomechanical effects of femtosecond laser technology in cataract surgery, specifically analyzing tissue trauma patterns associated with different lens fragmentation approaches. The journal has also published work on astigmatism's influence on visual cortex function, relevant to understanding refractive outcomes following anterior segment procedures. Additionally, case reports have documented complex ocular trauma involving the anterior structures. This body of work reflects the evolving technical landscape of anterior segment surgery, where device innovation, laser-assisted techniques, and individualized approaches to anatomical challenges continue to shape clinical practice. Understanding these surgical interventions matters because anterior segment procedures, particularly cataract surgery, represent among the most commonly performed operations worldwide, directly affecting visual function and quality of life for millions of patients.

Research published in this journal

7 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 7 articles above have been cited 5 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Anterior Segment Surgery, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Ophthalmic Science (ISSN 2470-0436).

Journal editorial board
Argyrios Tzamalis · GREECE Brian M. DeBroff · United States Emanuela Interlandi · Italy

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