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Rotating the Intraocular Lens to Prevent Posterior Capsular Opacification in Cataract Surgeries
Published on: July 7, 2023
Surgery for cataracts
T D Glover1, G M Constantinescu
1Veterinary Eye Specialists of the Carolinas, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
Abstract:
The advent of phacoemulsification has substantially improved the success rate of cataract surgery in dogs, whereas the development of artificial lens implantation has equally improved postoperative visual acuity. In this chapter information pertaining to the etiology, diagnosis, and management of canine cataracts is provided for the general practitioner. More detailed information on phacoemulsification and artificial lens implantation is provided for residents in training or practicing ophthalmologists that may be converting from extracapsular extraction.
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