title: [Capsulotomy/capsulectomy in phacosurgery: evolution of development and up-to-date technology (communication 1)].
abstract: The review gives information on the anatomy and functions of the lenticular capsule, the evolution of development, and current techniques of capsulotomy (capsulectomy) in the surgery of cataract. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of anterior continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis, Kloeti radiofrequency bipolar capsulotomy, vitrectorhexis, Fugo plasma blade, and other anterior lenticular capsule opening techniques.
authors.forename: S G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Toropygin
authors.forename: L K
authors.initials: LK
authors.lastname: Moshetova
mesh_terms: D019923:Capsulorhexis / Q000379:methods* / Q000639:trends*; D006801:Humans; D007903:Lens Capsule, Crystalline / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000601:surgery*