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PUBLICATION EXCLUSIVE: Assia Pupil Expander useful for small pupils in routine and complex cataract surgeries
A well-dilated pupil is optimal for cataract surgery, including laser-assisted procedures, because it provides greater access to the cloudy lens, thus facilitating the surgical procedure and minimizing potential surgical complications. A small pupil not only limits visualization of the lens but may be associated with increased iatrogenic iris damage during cataract surgery that may be permanent and contributes to increased iris-related inflammation that may even cause postoperative macular edema, a poor visual outcome and an unhappy patient. A small pupil that does not dilate easily may be associated with previous (Read more...)