A simple method of implantation within the capsular bag.
We describe a new method of implantation in the capsular bag. The initial anterior capsulotomy incision is limited to a linear opening from 10 o'clock to 2 o'clock. The nucleus is expressed and the cortical remnants are removed. An implant, specially designed for this technique, is introduced vertically between anterior and posterior capsules and then rotated to a horizontal position entirely within the capsular bag. Finally, a central piece of anterior capsule is excised.
D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007903:Lens Capsule, Crystalline / Q000601:surgery*; D007904:Lens Cortex, Crystalline / Q000601:surgery; D007908:Lens, Crystalline / Q000601:surgery*; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D011183:Postoperative Complications