New 23-gauge Trocar Entry

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Ross Lakhanpal, MD, presents a new entry technique for 23 gauge instrumentation. The insertion point should be 3.5 mm away from limbus. Using the Dugel EndPlate for leverage, Dr. Lakhanpal starts the insertion parallel in order to make a two-step incision.

Posted: 1/20/2011

New 23-gauge Trocar Entry

Ross Lakhanpal, MD, presents a new entry technique for 23 gauge instrumentation. The insertion point should be 3.5 mm away from limbus. Using the Dugel EndPlate for leverage, Dr. Lakhanpal starts the insertion parallel in order to make a two-step incision.

Posted: 1/20/2011

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