title: Crisscross lensotomy: New explantation technique.
abstract: Crisscross lensotomy is a new technique for removing a silicone plate intraocular lens (IOL) through a small incision. A case is described in which strategic incisions in the IOL allowed the lens to be explanted in pieces through a 3.0 mm incision. Less invasive surgery may enhance safety in complicated cases.
authors.affiliation: Cincinnati Eye Institute, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. gfjockers@cincinnatieye.com
authors.forename: Robert H
authors.initials: RH
authors.lastname: Osher
mesh_terms: D020878:Device Removal / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D019654:Lens Implantation, Intraocular; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures; D018918:Phacoemulsification; D012086:Reoperation; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000601:surgery