Performing a successful capsulorhexis is one of the biggest challenges in eyes with white cataracts, particularly intumescent white cataracts. This … More
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1122: Remote Capsulorhexis Training
Prof. John Ferris has started a novel program of remotely teaching young surgeons to improve their surgical skills. This can … More
1120: make sure the IOL is centered
We want the IOL optic and the capsulorhexis to both be centered. This is especially important for multifocal IOLs and … More
Playlist: Capsulorhexis
The capsulorhexis is an important step of cataract surgery. It allows us to maintain the strength of the capsular bag … More
measure the capsulorhexis in high myopia
Eyes come in a spectrum of sizes, particularly with the measurements of the anterior segment in patients with extreme refractive … More
Capsulorhexis Pearls
By watching many surgeons, we can learn different ways of performing the same procedure. In this case, Dr Luis Escaf … More
Cataract Quiz: Use the can-opener now?
During capsulorhexis creation, this resident surgeon loses control of the anterior capsule edge and it runs all the way out … More
Spiral Capsulorhexis Technique
After needle decompression of the cataract, using a spiral technique for the capsulorhexis has a distinct advantage: if there is … More
Wrinkled and fibrotic lens capsule
This seemed like a typical white cataract during the pre-operative exam and when first placed under the surgical microscope on … More
Cataract Quiz: Argentinian Flag Sign
Cataract Quiz: How can you prevent the dreaded Argentinian flag sign now? White cataracts can pose a challenge when performing … More
Enlarge the Capsulorhexis
A small capsulorhexis makes nucleus removal more difficult, especially when we have a dense cataract. When the entire lens hardens … More
Do not make a baby capsulorhexis
Making small capsulorhexis makes the cataract surgery more difficult because it limits access to the capsular bag and makes it … More