2873: Quiz: Why is the IOL decentered?

Close-up view of the inside of an eye during cataract surgery, showing a decentered intraocular lens (IOL) with the caption questioning its centration. The image includes surgical tools and notes on zonular support.

98% of ophthalmologists will get this wrong and will miss the very subtle point in the video that shows the issue. How will you do? Ready to test yourself? It seemed like a totally normal case. Good capsulorhexis, efficient nucleus removal without complications, clean capsular bag, and no damage to the IOL. So why is this lens decentered despite the surgeon attempting to center it? Answer below prior to watching the video if you are brave!

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