In this case the posterior capsule ruptures during hydro-dissection. With a wide open posterior capsule, the nucleus starts to descend into the vitreous cavity. What are the two main options at this point? Option 1 is to let the nucleus descend, clean up the anterior segment and refer the patient to a vitreo-retinal colleague for a full pars plana vitrectomy and lensectomy. Option 2 is the PAL technique which stands for posterior assisted levitation. This is where a needle is inserted via pars plana and it is used to lift the nucleus back up into the anterior segment. This can be successful but it is not without risk.
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eyerun918
I agree 100% with Uday get out of the eye and call retina experts.