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Modifications in cataract surgery for the morbidly obese patient

Ahmad M. Mansour, Mays Al-Dairy

Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery · 2004 · 28 citations · 15 references

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Abstract

We describe a standing phacoemulsification technique (SPT) with the patient in reverse Trendelenburg position (RTP) as a means of performing surgery in morbidly obese patients. These patients have elevated vitreous pressure, leading to a high rate of posterior capsule rupture and vitreous loss. The SPT with RTP normalizes vitreous pressure, facilitating cataract surgery.

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