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Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery, beginning of a new era in cataract surgery

Year: 2015

Type: review

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to analyze and understand the mechanism of action, effectiveness, cost and time benefits, advantages and disadvantages of the femtosecond laser (FSL) assisted cataract surgery. A PubMed search was done using the topic and the keywords. Research shows considerable improvements in corneal incisions, anterior capsulotomy, and phacofragmentation using FSL. We will also discuss and compare FSL with conventional cataract extraction techniques in terms of both short-term and long-term advantages and disadvantages. Limitations of the studies reviewed include small sample size and short-term follow-up. The major dilemma is still considered to be its heavy financial feasibility to date.

Source: Oman Journal of Ophthalmology

DOI: 10.4103/0974-620x.169892

Authors: MuhammadHassaan Ali, Mamoona Javaid, Samreen Jamal, NadeemHafeez Butt

Institution: Allama Iqbal Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Intraocular Surgery and Lenses

Subfield: Ophthalmology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2174488043

FWCI: 0.309

Cites: 30

Cited by: 22

Related to: 10