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A Powerful Outlook on Low Power Cataract Surgery

Available from: 1/02/2019

Where to publish: mivision Publication and www.mivision.com.au

Provider: Mivision

Contact: Nikki Byrne, [E] nikki@mivision.com.au, [P] 02 8336 8616

Learning Objectives

  • Understand new innovations in Phaco One Chop technique of cataract surgery, including the research and clinical progression of various surgical procedures leading to the development of the Low Power method
  • Appreciate the technical differences between the Divide and Conquer and Low Power options in cataract surgery options, including advantages and disadvantages and clinical management
  • Identify pre-operative considerations and patient selection for Low Power cataract surgery, including understanding of all stages in the Low Power technique
  • Allow optometrists to broaden their discussions with patients on choice of cataract surgery including pros and cons, topical anaesthesia, peri-bulbar block and consecutive bilateral cataract removal

Max points awarded: 2.00

Session Information

Name
A Powerful Outlook on Low Power Cataract Surgery
Activity Type
Independent Learning with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
2.00

NameActivity TypeTherapeutic?Manufacturer/
Supplier?
Points for attending &
Passing Assessment
A Powerful Outlook on Low Power Cataract SurgeryIndependent Learning with AssessmentNoNo2.00

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.