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  2. Phacoemulsification - Wikipedia

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    Capsular polishing is the removal of lens epithelial cells remaining in the capsule after cataract removal. Capsule opacification can occur when these cells divide and form fibers. The capsular bag can be polished using metallic scrapers, silicone scrapers, Rentsch capsule curettes, an irrigation/aspiration tip, or the ultrasound irrigation ...

  3. Capsulorhexis - Wikipedia

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    It generally refers to removal of the central part of the anterior lens capsule, but in situations like a developmental cataract a part of the posterior capsule is also removed by a similar technique. [2] In order to remove a cataract by extracapsular techniques, the capsule of the lens must be opened.

  4. Cataract - Wikipedia

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    Posterior capsular opacification, also known as after-cataract, is a condition in which months or years after successful cataract surgery, vision deteriorates or problems with glare and light scattering recur, usually due to thickening of the back or posterior capsule surrounding the implanted lens, so-called 'posterior lens capsule opacification'.

  5. Capsulotomy - Wikipedia

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    The removal of the central part of the anterior lens capsule during cataract surgery is known as anterior capsulotomy. It gives the surgeon access to the lens inside so that it can be removed.

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    And a team looking at Malmstrom's Bravo capsule that same year had warned that even if it was left undisturbed, it could be dangerous. “Diesel room — when running leaks asbestos,” it warned.

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    Tom Cruise is choosing to accept a major honor from the U.S. Navy.. The "Top Gun" star, 62, on Tuesday received the Navy's Distinguished Public Service Award, the highest honor that Navy Secretary ...

  8. Elimination (pharmacology) - Wikipedia

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    Glomerular filtration will only remove those drugs or metabolites that are not bound to proteins present in blood plasma (free fraction) and many other types of drugs (such as the organic acids) are actively secreted. In the proximal and distal convoluted tubules, non-ionised acids and weak bases are reabsorbed both actively and passively. Weak ...

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    Quantity and Quality. Sometimes, you just want to stuff yourself silly, and a good all-you-can-eat meal is just the ticket. While some of the nation's best buffets are always a safe bet, your ...