Modified hydrodissection as a safe and effective treatment modality for rotating lens in cataract surgery

Abstract

We describe in this article an effective and safe modification of hydrodissection technique in cataract surgery. The hydrodissection cannula tip is inserted into the capsulorhexis edge near the primary incision, with the cannula elbow resisting on the upper lip of the primary incision. Hydrodissection is then completed effectively and safely by squirting fluid to cleave the lens and capsular. This modified hydrodissection technique can be performed with high reproducibility and in a short practice period.

Keywords

• cataract surgery
• hydrodissection
• modified technique