BLUNT, BENT NEEDLE FOR CONTINUOUS CURVILINEAR CAPSULORHEXIS

We describe an anterior continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis (CCC) tec hnique that uses a dull needle. The needle's blunt tip prevents inadve rtent tearing of the anterior capsule, and its rough surface allows th e surgeon to transmit a power vector of different amplitude and direct ion to the edge of the capsulorhexis to continue the tear as desired. For biomechanical reasons, we prefer an arcade-shaped CCC because this configuration provides a greater circumference than a circular CCC. T he blunt needle allows one to perform a single-step capsulorhexis in a safe and controlled manner and reduces surgical time. Even in cases o f white and liquefied cortex, the dull needle has proved a useful, saf e tool.