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Evaluation of the efficacy of blue-light monofocal intraocular lenses in cataract surgery: a single-center observational study
Abstract
Aims: Blue-light filtering intraocular lenses (IOLs) have been introduced to reduce retinal exposure to short-wavelength light, potentially protecting against macular damage and enhancing visual function. This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy of the Acriva BB UD 613 blue-light filtering monofocal intraocular lens (IOL) in patients undergoing cataract surgery, focusing on visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, and postoperative outcomes.
Methods: This was a prospective, single-center observational study conducted at Erciyes University. Patients aged 50 years or older who underwent phacoemulsification with implantation of the Acriva BB UD 613 IOL were included. The sample size was determined based on the clinical volume of eligible patients meeting the inclusion criteria during the study period. Visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, and refractive outcomes were assessed at multiple postoperative time points (0-3 days, 7-14 days, 1-2 months, and 4-6 months). Statistical analyses included Wilcoxon signed ranks test and repeated measures analysis for longitudinal comparisons.
Results: A total of 64 patients (mean age: 66.18±10.27 years) were included. Uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) and best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) significantly improved postoperatively (p<0.05). Contrast sensitivity remained stable at all follow-up visits, with no significant changes in color perception. No major complications were observed, and posterior capsular opacification incidence was low.
Conclusion: In this single-center observational study, the Acriva BB UD 613 blue-light filtering monofocal IOL demonstrated significant improvements in visual acuity and maintained contrast sensitivity, which are consistent with expected outcomes following routine crystalline lens extraction. These findings support its use as a safe and effective option for cataract surgery. Further long-term studies are needed to assess its impact on retinal health and potential protective effects against macular degeneration.

Keywords : Acriva BB UD 613, blue-light filtering intraocular lens, cataract surgery, contrast sensitivity, macular protection, phacoemulsification

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Article available in :
Volume 3, Issue 2, 2026
Page : 23-27
https://doi.org/10.51271/AOR-0049
Article Information
Received : 13 Mar 2026
Accepted : 23 Nis 2026
Published : 30 Haz 2026
Corresponding Author :

Hidayet Şener: Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkiye

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Citation : Şener H, Karameşe V, Sönmez HK, Ünlü M, Horozoğlu F, Gülmez Sevim D. Evaluation of the efficacy of blue-light monofocal intraocular lenses in cataract surgery: a single-center observational study. Arch Ophthalmol Res. 2026;3(2):23-27.

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