ENLARGING THE CAPSULORHEXIS

We describe a method to enlarge an initial small capsulorhexis using a n iris spatula and cystotome needle. The iris spatula is placed undern eath the anterior capsulorhexis margin; the spatula supports the anter ior capsule and protects the posterior capsule. A gentle touch on the spatula by the cystotome needle generates a break in the continuity. T his is done prior to intraocular lens implantation with the capsular b ag and anterior chamber filled with viscoelastic.