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Samantha's Iris Implant Surgery

Description:The following video contains footage of actual medical procedures and is graphic in nature. Samantha, 18, was born with aniridia, a congenital absence of the iris in the eye. Samantha also suffers from glaucoma, high astigmatism, cataracts and high hyperopia, or severe farsightedness. Ophthalmologist Dr. Kerry Assil performs a number of procedures, including an iris implant, to help save her vision. (1:05)

Source: The Doctors

Tags: Samantha's Iris Implant Surgery , aniridia , astigmatism , cataract surgery