1 Slide in 5 Minutes: Long Anterior Zonules (Malik Y. Kahook, MD)

Long Anterior Zonules (LAZ) are characterized by zonular fibers that extend more central than usual onto the anterior lens capsule (normal insertion is about 1.5-2 mm anterior to equator). LAZ was postulated by Vogt to be remnants of tunica vasculosa lentis due the presence of persistent pupillary membranes in some LAZ eyes. Patients with LAZ should be examined and monitored for glaucoma and retinal degeneration with added precautions taken during cataract surgery.
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