Double-bladed device simplifies prechopping for phaco From: Ophthalmology Times | Date: April 1, 2003| Author: Forstag, Robert | Copyright Advanstar Communications, Inc. Apr 1, 2003. Provided by ProQuest LLC.Copyright information

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By Robert Forstag

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Tokyo-A new instrument designed for prechopping reduces phacoemulsification time by 50% and is ideal for high-vacuum and laser phaco.

The device, called the Akahoshi Combo Prechopper (AE-4284, ASICO), features a tip with juxtaposed blunt and sharp blades that enable prechopping to be performed more safely.

The b...

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