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A Novel Technique of Rescuing Capsulorhexis Radial Tear-out using a Cystotome
Published on: January 16, 2011
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[Primary posterior capsulorhexis in difficult situations]
Joachim Köhler1, Kathrin Köhler1, Jan Köhler2
1Augenzentrum Lister Platz, Lister Platz 3, 30163, Hannover, Deutschland.
Abstract:
Primary opening of the posterior capsule (primary continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis, PCCC) during cataract surgery is a safe and efficient procedure to prevent formation of an aftercataract. When combined with buttonholing of the optic in the posterior capsule opening no unintended rotation of a toric intraocular lens (IOL) can occur postoperatively. This article shows that PCCC can be safely performed even in difficult situations.
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Cataract surgeryPosterior optic buttonholingPrevention of aftercataractRotational stabilityToric intraocular lensMore Related Videos
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