Cataract formation is a potential complication of the procedure.
Two patients developed lens opacities in 3 eyes after the procedure was performed for myopic astigmatism. The possible causes are discussed. This is not a dangerous complication as cataract extraction is easily achieved if necessary. However, it is undesirable and further research is required to assess the long-term incidence, causes, and ways to prevent its occurrence. MD A clear corneal cataract wound ruptured after trivial trauma.