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Capsule contraction after continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis

L Scorolli¹, E Martini, S Z Scalinci

¹Servizio di Ottica Fisiopatologica, Policlinico S. Orsola, Bologna, Italy.

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

|November 1, 1996

Summary

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Capsular bag contraction occurred rapidly after cataract surgery in two patients. Neodymium:YAG laser capsulotomy disrupted the capsulorhexis, causing significant capsular bag distension.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Surgical Complications
Intraocular Surgery

Background:

Capsular bag contraction is a postoperative complication following intraocular lens implantation.
Continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis and phacoemulsification are standard cataract surgery techniques.