""Accurate visual outcomes in intraocular surgery require consistent surgical techniques. Whether it is a refractive lens exchange or cataract removal, I always mark the cornea with a 6 mm Mastel optical zone marker to create a round 5.5 mm capsulorhexis.

Refractive outcomes are more reproducible and the anterior rhexis always covers the IOL edge decreasing the likelihood of posterior capsule opacification. No need for messy dyes that obscure visualization of the anterior chamber. Pushing the marker lightly against the epithelium is all that is needed to make a clear impression."

Stephen Wilmarth, M.D.
Roseville, CA