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In ECCE, a relatively smaller
opening is made (10-12 mm)
because the cataract is removed in parts only the hard
nucleus is removed as a single piece while the cortex which
is softer in consistency is sucked out of the eye through a
thin tube.
The back (posterior) capsule of
the natural lens is not removed since this is used as a
support for an IOL. At the conclusion of the surgery sutures
are applied to close the opening made in the eye. |
