Which of the following is not true regarding phacoemulsification surgery:: (A) Clear corneal incision is preferred, (B) Capsulorhexis is done to remove anterior capsule, (C) Hydrodissection is done to separate the layers of nucleus, (D) Divide and conquer technique is used for nucleus removal
Answer is C. Hydrodissection is used to separate the coex from capsule. Steps of cataract surgery Anesthesia (Topical, peribulbar, subtenon, retrobulbar). Incision (clear corneal/Limbal). Capsulorhexis: Making an opening in anterior capsule. Hydrodissection: Separating coex from capsule. Nucleus Fragmentation: Direct chop/trench/stop and conquer technique. Irrigation & aspiration. Inseion of IOL.