Intracapsular posterior chamber intraocular lens insertion with posterior capsular tears or zonular instability.
A surgical technique is described for posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation within the capsular bag with a posterior capsular tear or weakened zonular support. Haptics are compressed before endocapsular insertion, minimizing capsular and zonular stress.
Mackool Eye Institute, Astoria, New York 11103, USA.
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Mackool
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Russell
D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D007903:Lens Capsule, Crystalline / Q000293:injuries*; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D008022:Ligaments / Q000473:pathology*