Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Volume 32, Issue 3 , Pages 386-388, March 2006

Crisscross lensotomy: New explantation technique

  • Robert H. Osher, MD

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From the Cincinnati Eye Institute, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Accepted 8 July 2005.

Crisscross lensotomy is a new technique for removing a silicone plate intraocular lens (IOL) through a small incision. A case is described in which strategic incisions in the IOL allowed the lens to be explanted in pieces through a 3.0 mm incision. Less invasive surgery may enhance safety in complicated cases.

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PII: S0886-3350(05)01120-X

doi:10.1016/j.jcrs.2005.12.133

Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Volume 32, Issue 3 , Pages 386-388, March 2006

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