Ophthalmic Hyperguide. Section: Cataract and IOLs

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Robert M. Kershner, MD, FACS

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	Slide 1. Healon 5 is injected onto the center of the lens prior to capsulorrhexis to reduce stress from the zonules on the lens capsule.
	Slide 2. Capsulorrhexis is performed under a bolus of Healon 5 to aid in control of the capsule.
	Slide 3. Healon 5 is inserted under the incision and onto the surface of the cataract to aid in passage of the phaco tip.
	Slide 4. A bolus of Healon 5 is placed into the center of the capsular bag prior to IOL implantation.
	Slide 5. Healon 5 aids in IOL insertion with an injection system.
	Slide 6. Healon 5 is completely removed by placing the irrigation and aspiration tip onto the center of the IOL.