Manual small incision cataract surgery
Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery
Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS), pronounced /ˈman.juː.əl smɔːl ɪnˈsɪʒ.ən kəˈtær.ækt ˈsɜːr.dʒər.i/, is a type of eye surgery used to treat cataract, a condition characterized by clouding of the lens in the eye.
Etymology
The term "Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery" is derived from the surgical procedure itself. "Manual" refers to the surgeon's use of hand-held instruments, "Small Incision" refers to the minimal cut made on the eye, and "Cataract Surgery" refers to the removal of the cloudy lens (cataract).
Procedure
In MSICS, a small incision is made manually on the side of the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye. The cloudy lens is then removed through this incision and replaced with an artificial lens, known as an intraocular lens (IOL). The small incision size allows for a quicker healing time and reduces the risk of complications.
Advantages
MSICS has several advantages over traditional phacoemulsification cataract surgery. It is less expensive, requires less sophisticated equipment, and can be performed in a shorter amount of time. This makes it an ideal choice for treating cataracts in developing countries where resources may be limited.
Related Terms
- Cataract: A condition characterized by clouding of the lens in the eye.
- Cornea: The clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye.
- Intraocular lens (IOL): An artificial lens implanted in the eye to replace a cloudy natural lens.
- Phacoemulsification: A type of cataract surgery where the cloudy lens is emulsified with an ultrasonic handpiece and aspirated from the eye.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Manual small incision cataract surgery
- Wikipedia's article - Manual small incision cataract surgery
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