This is a tough case where the surgeons learns intra-operatively that there is a quadrant of poor zonular support. An … More
Tag: capsular tension ring
1614: PXF, shallow AC, DWC, zonulopathy
This is a tough case with many challenges: pseudo-exfoliation syndrome, a shallow anterior chamber, a dense white cataract (with intumescence), … More
1612: retrieval of a lost CTR
When implanting a capsular tension ring, particularly in a challenging case, there is always that tiny fear that it may … More
1485: how I know zonular support is weak
Weak zonular support makes cataract surgery far more challenging and increases the potential risks such as vitreous prolapse, retained lens … More
1474: ASCRS case 5: when & how CTRs
Capsular tension rings (CTRs) are important devices that can facilitate cataract surgery in cases where the zonular support is weak … More
1453: Quiz: What is your next step?
This is a tough case where the nucleus is very dense and difficult to chop, but the bigger challenge is … More
1390: CTR insertion with cortex in bag
It is easiest to insert the capsular tension ring (CTR) when the capsular bag is completely empty of lens material. … More
1365: suture fixated Cionni Ring (CTR)
This patient sustained ocular trauma which resulted in a traumatic cataract and loss of about 5 to 6 clock hours … More
1352: capsular tension rings: when & how
This is my presentation for today, Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at the Hawaiian Eye Meeting and it is a concise … More
1232: traumatic loss of zonular support
This patient sustained severe ocular trauma that resulted in loss of more than 180 degrees of zonular support. He has … More
Capsular Tension Ring Placement
Our guest surgeon is Dr. Bhagyashri Deshmukh from Amravati, India and she is presenting a traumatic cataract case with a … More