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Capsule Lens Anterior True Exfoliation Lamellar Delamination Leads

Front What is true exfoliation of the lens?
Back ● Lamellar delamination of the lens capsule leads to splitting of anterior capsule ● Lens capsule is thickened and superficial portion of anterior lens capsule splits from deeper layer ● Main risk factor: intense infrared radiation

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