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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Surgical Techniques
    • Cataract Surgery

    Background:

    • Crystalline lens epithelial cells (LECs) can proliferate after cataract surgery.
    • Posterior capsular opacification (PCO) is a common complication following cataract surgery.
    • Intraocular lens (IOL) design can influence LEC proliferation and PCO rates.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review literature on lens epithelial cell (LEC) removal during phacoemulsification.
    • To determine if LEC removal should be a standard surgical technique.

    Main Methods:

    • Expert commentary and video demonstrations of LEC removal techniques.
    • Discussion of potential complications and preventative strategies for PCO.
    • Review of IOL design effects on LECs and PCO.

    Main Results:

    • Evidence supports routine LEC removal for patient benefit.
    • Effective LEC cleanup reduces anterior capsule opacification, fibrosis, and capsular bag decentration.
    • Reduced rates of posterior capsular opacification (PCO) are observed with LEC removal.
    • Techniques are easily learned with low complication rates.
    • Reduced risk of complex procedures like IOL explantation.

    Conclusions:

    • Routine LEC removal from anterior and posterior capsules improves cataract surgery outcomes.
    • This technique should be integrated into standard cataract surgery practices.
    • Ophthalmology trainees should learn LEC removal during their formative years.