Device Technologies has introduced a new surgical laser system that allows cataract surgeons to perform highly accurate and consistent capsulotomies in less than one third of a second, said Device Tech’s Emmanuel Calligeros. It tackles that age-old problem of creating consistently sized, centrally located, circular capsulotomies, to minimise potential changes in effective lens position after cataract surgery, but at a much-reduced cost compared with femtosecond laser, he said. “Additionally, the resultant capsulotomy provides greater elasticity and strength compared to manual capsulotomy.”¹
Unlike the femtosecond laser, which is a pulsed laser system, Capsulaser provides 100% free-floating 360° capsulotomies due to its ability to deliver laser energy in a continuous manner, said Mark Altman, a Device Tech business development manager. “A significant advantage of the Capsulaser system is its seamless integration into the existing cataract workflow and its low procedure cost. The system connects directly to the operating room microscope, thus eliminating the need to move the patient or requiring additional costly theatre space, allowing surgeons to perform laser-assisted cataract procedures in an efficient and cost-effective manner.”
- Daya et al. Parameters affecting anterior capsulotomy tear strength and distension. Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery: March 2019 – Volume 45, Issue 3, p355-360.
