Capsular block syndrome: A case series

Capsular block syndrome (CBS) or capsular bag distension syndrome has been described after cataract removal with in-the-bag placement of a posterior c hamber intraocular lens in the presence of an anterior continuous curviline ar capsulorhexis. Features of CBS include shallowing of the anterior chambe r and an unexpected myopic overrefraction; occasionally, there is a persist ent uveitis. The patient may be mistakenly diagnosed with pupil block glauc oma or endophthalmitis. We report 9 cases of CBS and their initial diagnose s and management. In 1 case, the capsular bag distention and anterior chamb er shallowing are illustrated by ultrasound biomicroscopy. J Cataract Refra ct Surg 2000; 26:462-467 (C) 2000 ASCRS and ESCRS.