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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Techniques
  • Cataract Surgery

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  • Intraoperative iris prolapse is a complication during cataract surgery.
  • This complication can be more frequent in cases of intraoperative floppy-iris syndrome.
  • Preventing iris prolapse is crucial for successful surgical outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a modified hydrodissection technique to prevent intraoperative iris prolapse.
  • To offer a method that can be routinely applied in cataract surgery.
  • To highlight its utility in high-risk scenarios for iris prolapse.

Main Methods:

  • A modified hydrodissection technique is described.
  • The phacoemulsification tip is inserted into the main ocular incision.
  • Hydrodissection is performed through a separate side-port incision.

Main Results:

  • The described technique effectively prevents iris prolapse.
  • Placing the phacoemulsification tip in the main incision acts as a barrier.
  • This method is shown to be a viable approach to mitigate iris prolapse.

Conclusions:

  • The modified hydrodissection technique offers a reliable method to prevent intraoperative iris prolapse.
  • This technique is suitable for routine use in cataract surgery.
  • It is particularly beneficial for patients with intraoperative floppy-iris syndrome or other high-risk factors.