Liquefaction for cataract extraction

Abstract

A systematic review of the recent literature regarding the implementation of the liquefaction in cataract surgery and its short-term and long-term outcomes in various parameters that affect the quality of patients' life, including visual rehabilitation and possible complications was performed based on the PubMed, Medline, Nature and the American Academy of Ophthalmology databases in November 2013 and data from 14 comparative studies were included in this narrative review. Liquefaction is an innovative technology for cataract extraction that uses micropulses of balanced salt solution to liquefy the lens nucleus. Most studies reported that liquefaction is a reliable technology for mild to moderate cataracts, while fragmentation difficulties may be encountered with harder nuclei.

Impact of polyethylene glycol 400/propylene glycol/hydroxypropyl-guar and 0.1% sodium hyaluronate on postoperative discomfort following cataract extraction surgery: a comparative study

“…The treatment of choice is phacofragmentation, either with ultrasound, liquefaction or laser-assisted; and implantation of an artificial monofocal or multifocal lens inside the capsular bag [2–5]. Cataract extraction surgery is a minimally invasive technique that, in the majority of the cases, is done as an outpatient’s service.…”

“…Cataract is a condition that affects a large number of the middle aged population, being responsible for 33% of visual impairment worldwide and nearly 51% of blindness [ 1 ]. The treatment of choice is phacofragmentation, either with ultrasound, liquefaction or laser-assisted; and implantation of an artificial monofocal or multifocal lens inside the capsular bag [ 2 – 5 ]. Cataract extraction surgery is a minimally invasive technique that, in the majority of the cases, is done as an outpatient’s service.…”