Daniel Perrone MD, Roberto Albertazzi MD
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White cataracts present a challenge during the capsulorhexis due to the limited visualization. Several techniques and stains, like trypan blue, were developed to assist in the capsulotomy. However, using low dispersive OVDs in white cataract cases may raise the Argentinean Flag Sign. The surgeon explains how to manage and avoid this dreaded complication. [Video Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (VJCRS Volume XVII Issue 1) 2001]
Posted: 8/02/2010
Daniel Perrone MD, Roberto Albertazzi MD
White cataracts present a challenge during the capsulorhexis due to the limited visualization. Several techniques and stains, like trypan blue, were developed to assist in the capsulotomy. However, using low dispersive OVDs in white cataract cases may raise the Argentinean Flag Sign. The surgeon explains how to manage and avoid this dreaded complication. [Video Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (VJCRS Volume XVII Issue 1) 2001]
Posted: 8/02/2010
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