title: Capsulotomy.
abstract: The development of posterior capsule opacification secondary to extracapsular cataract extraction is a common occurrence. The patient complains of decreased visual acuity, glare, and sensitivity to light. The YAG laser posterior capsulotomy has become standard treatment for this anomaly: an opening is created in the opacified posterior capsule, which immediately improves visual acuity. This review describes the indications, preparation, procedure, follow-up, and complications associated with using a yttrium-aluminum-garnet (YAG) laser to perform capsulotomy.
mesh_terms: D002386:Cataract / Q000209:etiology*; D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D007903:Lens Capsule, Crystalline / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications