Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Posterior limbal incision

P H Ernest1, T Neuhann

  • 1Eye Care Physicians of Michigan, Jackson 49202, USA.

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The novel posterior limbal incision offers superior wound stability for sutureless cataract surgery compared to clear corneal incisions. It achieves comparable aesthetics and efficiency while enhancing patient comfort.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

[Boston keratoprosthesis: 73 eyes from Germany : An overview of experiences from two centers].

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft·2017
Same author

[Case numbers and revenues of main and affiliated ophthalmological departments: Developments since 2005].

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft·2014
Same author

[Potentials and limitations of the planned compulsory quality assurance program for cataract surgery (Qesü)].

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft·2013
Same author

[Conspicuous crystalline lens foreign body after intravitreal injection].

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft·2012
Same author

[Reasons for exchange and explantation of intraocular lenses].

Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde·2012
Same author

[Results with the Boston keratoprosthesis].

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft·2012
Same journal

Comment on: Use of intracameral antibiotics prophylaxis in patients with posterior capsule rupture during cataract surgery: systemic review and meta-analysis.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Dehydration and Rehydration Behavior of Ultra-High-Fluence Extracorporeal Cross-Linked Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segments (ECO-CAIRS).

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Comment on: Evaluating large language models vs residents in cataract and refractive surgery: comparative analysis using the American Academy of Ophthalmology Self-Assessment Program.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Intracorneal Ring Segment Implantation with Epithelium-off Accelerated Cross-Linking for Pediatric Keratoconus: A 7-Year Retrospective Analysis.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Comparative Analysis of Human and Porcine Corneal Mechanics and Structure after Glycosaminoglycan Degradation.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Detection of Latent Macular Lesions by Preoperative Optical Coherence Tomography and Associated Factors in Japanese Cataract Patients.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
See all related articles

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Corneal Surgery

Background:

  • Sutureless cataract incisions require stability against intraocular and external pressure.
  • Current clear corneal incisions offer aesthetics and efficiency but lack wound stability.
  • Scleral incisions provide stability but compromise aesthetics and surgical efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a novel posterior limbal incision for cataract surgery.
  • To assess the stability, aesthetics, and efficiency of the posterior limbal incision.
  • To compare the posterior limbal incision with the standard clear corneal incision.

Main Methods:

  • A posterior limbal incision was designed originating from the posterior limbus within the conjunctiva.
  • Tunnel length was increased by approximately 1.0 mm compared to clear corneal incisions.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Posterior limbal and clear corneal incisions (3.0 x 2.0 mm) were tested in stepped, paracentesis, and hinged profiles.

    • Main Results:

    • The posterior limbal incision achieved a square wound profile for 3.0 x 3.0 mm incisions.
    • It maintained the aesthetics and surgical efficiency of clear corneal incisions.
    • Stability was assessed by comparing wound closure under increased pressure.

    Conclusions:

    • The posterior limbal incision demonstrates superior wound stability compared to clear corneal incisions.
    • Aesthetics and surgical efficiency are comparable between the two incision types.
    • Posterior limbal incisions offer slightly improved patient comfort and significantly enhanced wound stability.