Phaco Tip 145:
AquaLase^® Liquefaction Device: Efficiency

The superior fluidics of the Alcon^® INFINITI® Vision System, combined with the AquaLase^® handpiece, permit safe and efficient removal of nuclei of soft to moderate density (no brunescence). Nuclear segment removal is particularly efficient although sculpting requires greater time than would be necessary with an ultrasonically vibrating needle.

Some "power-washing" of the capsule appears to occur during nucleus removal, resulting in fewer residual lens epithelial cells. Should the posterior capsule be inadvertently attracted, the smooth polymer surface of the instrument would be less likely to rupture the posterior capsule.

The future for this technology appears to be bright. In particular, the anticipated increase in removal of lens material as a result of new refractive lens technology will almost certainly lead to widespread use of the AquaLase^® Liquefaction Device.

* Phaco Tip TM of Richard J. Mackool, M.D.

The parameters (instrument settings) and incision size presented here have been established by the surgeon and do not reflect recommendations by Alcon.