Kapselverkürzungen

Kapselverkürzungen, also known as capsulorhexis or capsulotomy, are surgical procedures involving the opening of the capsule surrounding the lens of the eye. The most common context for this term is within cataract surgery. During a standard cataract extraction, the surgeon meticulously creates a circular opening in the anterior (front) part of the lens capsule. This opening, termed an anterior capsulorhexis, allows for the safe removal of the clouded natural lens and the subsequent insertion of an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The size and integrity of the capsulorhexis are crucial for the successful implantation and stable positioning of the IOL.

In some cases, the posterior (back) capsule of the lens can also become clouded after cataract surgery, a condition known as posterior capsular opacification (PCO). A posterior capsulotomy, often performed with a YAG laser, is a simple and quick procedure to create a small opening in this clouded posterior capsule, restoring clear vision. The term Kapselverkürzungen can encompass both anterior capsulorhexis performed during initial cataract surgery and posterior capsulotomy performed to address PCO. The precision and technique employed in performing these procedures are vital for achieving optimal visual outcomes and minimizing complications.