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Methods: In this retrospective analysis of 332 eyes treated at the Eye Center of the University Hospital Freiburg (2008\u20132022), we evaluated immediate and long-term postoperative outcomes, including visual acuity and refraction. The follow-up averaged 2.5 years. A detailed analysis of the IOL positioning was performed in 111 patients. Results: The most common indications were pseudoexfoliation syndrome (33%), trauma (17%), and prior complicated cataract surgery (11%). The Zeiss CT27SF lens was used most frequently (91%). The mean spherical equivalent deviation from target refraction was \u22120.375 diopters overall. According to the detailed analysis, IOL tilt occurred in 6.3% of patients, and decentration occurred in 7.2%. Only three patients (3.6%) required additional ocular procedures specifically for IOL repositioning. Risk factors for further surgery included underlying systemic conditions or multiple previous surgeries. Conclusions: Suture fixation of IOLs proves to be an adequate and effective intervention for visual rehabilitation in patients with compromised capsular support, demonstrating good refractive outcomes and low complication rates. 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