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Vacuum capsulorhexis.

L Brierley
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Abstract

A new method of performing continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis is described. It involves the use of a fine point of suction applied to the torn flap of anterior capsule through a fine cannula. This technique offers excellent control of the tear and requires no viscoelastic to maintain the anterior chamber. Only a few inexpensive hand instruments are needed to perform the technique, which is easily learned.

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L Brierley. 1995. Vacuum capsulorhexis.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0886-3350(13)80472-5

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