Brunescent Cataract

This patient presented with a decade-long history of poor vision out of one eye. While there was no recollection of trauma, the preoperative consultation revealed clues that suggested a prior blunt force injury.

IOL scaffold helps the surgeon not only in cases of posterior capsule rupture but also in preventing posterior capsule rupture in Morgagnian cataracts.

The capsulorrhexis is a critical step of cataract surgery because it provides access to the lens material and then securely holds the IOL.

KOLOA, Hawaii — At Hawaiian Eye 2020, Elizabeth Yeu, MD, discusses her tips for removing a brunescent cataract.