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Anterior Capsular Tear During Phacoemulsification: Successful Management With the Two-Y Crushing Technique
R Balamurugan1, Jyothi K Velivela2, Shubhangi Sn Prasad2
1Ophthalmology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Madurai, Madurai, IND.
Cureus
|April 8, 2026
Summary
A novel Two-Y crushing technique safely managed an anterior capsular tear during phacoemulsification surgery. This method minimized stress on the torn capsule, leading to a successful outcome with good vision.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Techniques
Background:
- Anterior capsular tears are serious complications during phacoemulsification.
- These tears can lead to significant adverse outcomes in cataract surgery.
Keywords:
anterior capsular tearcataract surgeryerrant capsulorhexisintraoperative complicationphacoemulsificationrunaway capsulorhexistwo-y crushing technique
