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J Cataract Refract SurgAugust 200310 citations

Small-gauge, sutureless pars plana vitrectomy to manage vitreous loss during phacoemulsification.

Chalam K V, Gupta Shailesh K, Vinjamaram Sanjay, Shah Vinay A


AI Summary

Small-gauge, sutureless pars plana vitrectomy effectively manages vitreous loss during cataract surgery by safely removing vitreous, maintaining eye pressure, and minimizing traction, offering a better clinical outcome.

Abstract

This technique manages vitreous prolapse associated with posterior capsule rupture during phacoemulsification by performing small-gauge pars plana vitrectomy with a sutureless, self-sealing incision performed in a closed chamber, maintaining normal intraocular pressure. A high-speed cutter exerts minimal traction on the vitreous. Accessibility to the vitreous through the pars plana is better, ensuring more complete removal of the vitreous and restoration of normal anatomy.


MeSH Terms

Eye DiseasesHumansIntraocular PressureIntraoperative ComplicationsMinimally Invasive Surgical ProceduresPhacoemulsificationVitrectomyVitreous Body

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