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Divide and conquer phacoemulsification. One-handed variant.

R L Pacifico1

  • 1Associates in Ophthalmology, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222.

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
|September 1, 1992
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This study presents a one-handed modification of the Gimbel "divide and conquer" phacoemulsification technique for cataract surgery. It simplifies lens removal by sequentially cutting, rotating, and removing sections, avoiding bimanual cracking.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Phacoemulsification is a standard cataract surgery method.
  • The "divide and conquer" technique is a common approach.
  • Bimanual manipulation can be challenging in certain cases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel one-handed variation of the "divide and conquer" phacoemulsification technique.
  • To offer an alternative to bimanual manipulation in cataract surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A modified one-handed approach to the "divide and conquer" technique was developed.
  • Lens fragmentation involved sequential cutting, rotation, and removal of sections.
  • The technique was performed without bimanual cracking.

Main Results:

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  • The described one-handed technique allows for efficient lens section removal.
  • It offers a viable alternative to bimanual manipulation for phacoemulsification.
  • Sequential cutting, rotation, and removal streamline the procedure.

Conclusions:

  • The one-handed "divide and conquer" phacoemulsification is a practical modification.
  • This technique simplifies cataract surgery by eliminating the need for bimanual manipulation.
  • Further studies may explore its efficacy and safety profile.