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STC: Rings and Things – Capsular Tension Rings, Segments and Hooks

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What:
STC | CTC
When:
1:45 PM, Saturday 21 Jun 2025 (1 hour 45 minutes)
Where:
Themes:
Skills Transfer Course (STC)Cataract
Course Description: Cataract surgery and the implantation of an IOL in in cases with reduced capsular support remains challenging for many surgeons. Capsular hooks can aid a surgeon complete the surgery while minimizing the risk of vitreious loss and further capsular degradation. Capsular tension rings and segments allow the surgeon to place their chosen IOL into the capsular bag and minimize the risk of lens subluxation. Attendees will gain experience with capsular hooks, capsular tension rings and segments in a wetlab setting.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Describe when a capsular tension ring, segment or support hook would be needed.

2. Describe the approach for using capsular tension rings, segments and support hook.

3. Perform insertion and removal of capsular support hooks and insertion of capsular tension rings and segments.

CanMEDS: Medical Expert, Collaborator, Scholar

Target Audience: Ophthalmologist, Fellow

Subspeciality: Cataract 

STCs are accredited for Royal College MOC Section 3 credits.

Please note: STCs are an additional cost and advanced registration is required.

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