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  • Surgical Technology

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  • The Stellaris PC is an advanced ophthalmic surgical platform.
  • It builds upon the Stellaris microincision cataract surgery system.
  • It offers versatility for combined anterior and posterior segment procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the design and features of the Stellaris PC surgical system.
  • To highlight its capabilities in microincision cataract and vitrectomy surgery.
  • To detail its components, including controls, fluidics, and illumination.

Main Methods:

  • The article reviews the technical specifications and design of the Stellaris PC.
  • It discusses the system's compatibility with various surgical instruments.
  • It elaborates on the vitreous cutter's enhanced features for efficiency.

Main Results:

  • The Stellaris PC supports <2-mm coaxial or bimanual microincision cataract surgery.
  • It allows for both traditional 20-gauge and microincision 23- or 25-gauge vitrectomy.
  • The system features an open architecture for modularity and compatibility.

Conclusions:

  • The Stellaris PC is an efficient and versatile platform for complex ophthalmic surgeries.
  • Its specialized vitreous cutter and fluidics optimize microincision vitrectomy.
  • The system's design facilitates combined anterior and posterior segment procedures.