Re: Srinivasan et  al.: Comparison of new visual disturbances after superior versus nasal/temporal laser peripheral iridotomy: a prospective randomized trial (Ophthalmology. 2018;125:345-351)

We applaud Srinivasan et  al1 for their well-powered study examining dysphotopsia's post-laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) in a South Indian population. Their findings do contrast other reported studies with more diverse ethnic groups.2,3 Their study was designed to ensure that the LPI was covered by the eyelid superiorly a nd not covered in the temporal/nasal region. However, they failed to comment on the location of the LPI relative to the eyelid after the procedure. In addition, the short follow-up period of 2 weeks, is likely too short to adequately differentiate between a temporary and long-term dysphotopsia.
Source: Ophthalmology - Category: Opthalmology Authors: Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research