ABSTRACT
A new technique to manage limited zonular weakness during phacoemulsification is presented in this report. The technique, called magnet-assisted capsular bag fixation, uses the magnetic implant to stretch and fixate the capsular bag over the zonular dehiscence area for patients with limited zonular disruption, which stabilizes the capsular bag and facilitates cataract extraction. [Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging 2010;41:478-480.]
AUTHORS
From the Dr. Khodadoust Eye Hospital, Shiraz, Iran.
Originally submitted August 5, 2008. Accepted for publication December 1, 2009. Posted online March 30, 2010.
Presented in part at the X Congress of the Middle East African Council of Ophthalmology, Bahrain, March 30, 2009.
The authors have no financial or proprietary interest in the materials presented herein.
The authors thank the patient for his cooperation.
Address correspondence to Alireza Ghaffariyeh, MD, Dr. Khodadoust Eye Hospital, Motahari Avenue, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.
doi: 10.3928/15428877-20100325-02
