Abstract
A method of sculpting and fracturing that greatly enhances the efficiency and safety of in-situ nuclear fracturing (nucleofractis) techniques is presented. By nudging the nucleus of the lens inferiorly, sculpting can be accomplished very deep in the upper part of the lens to facilitate early and efficient fracturing. The benefits, advantages, and safety of this “down slope” sculpting technique are described.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 614-618 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1992 |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Sensory Systems
Keywords
- cataract
- deep sculpting
- divide and conquer
- down slope sculpting
- endolenticular
- nuclear cracking
- nuclear fracturing
- nucleofractis
- phacoemulsification in situ
- sculpting