Whilst cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed operations in the world, the majority of complications occur in the opening of the anterior lens capsule, a central circular opening (capsulorrhexis).
This most challenging procedure is performed using a needle or forceps to literally “tear” a circle in the capsule. This crude method can produces irregular, inaccurate openings and errant tears run down hill, out of control. Paediatric cataract surgery is often significantly more difficult due to the elasticity of the lens capsule.
This Nottingham University NHS Trust project sponsored by the Wellcome Trust aims to develop a novel, single use, ophthalmic cutting device which creates an unrivalled precise and predictable capsulorrhexis. The tool will make the procedure quicker and reducing the skill and experience necessary in performing the procedure.
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