title: Nucleus extraction in sutureless surgery: getting hooked!
abstract: Simple modifications to a readily available disposable 25 gauge cannula facilitate nucleus extraction in sutureless extracapsular cataract surgery. A case series using the modified cannula, and a temporal incision approach, are presented. Outcomes and complications attributable to the use of the cannula are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Centre Ophthalmologique Jean Paul II, Lome, Togo. neil_murray@cbm-arow.org
authors.forename: Neil L
authors.initials: NL
authors.lastname: Murray
authors.forename: Tania N T
authors.initials: TN
authors.lastname: Murray
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001251:Astigmatism / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D002386:Cataract; D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D002404:Catheterization / Q000379:methods*; D003906:Developing Countries; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005869:Ghana; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013537:Sutures; D014787:Vision Tests