11 EyeWorld Asia-Pacific | September 2024 FEATURE Highlights from the 36th APACRS - 24th CSCRS Joint Meeting Chengdu, 2024 Morganian cataracts can be challenging even for the most experienced of surgeons, said Arup Chakrabarti, MD (India). He recommends using a direct chop after creating a 5-5.5 mm rhexis, using dispersive ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVDs) to support the capsular fornix. “Before the surgery, though, a B-scan is a must. Be prepared to use trypan blue dye, microforceps and scissors, and a reliable phaco device,” he said. Concerns in these cases include rhexis issues and potentially poor surgical views. “If you have femtosecond lasers, use it for white cataracts. It’s very safe,” Prof. Yao said during the discussion. Raising the issue of sustainable practice through the reduction of disposable use items in surgery, Dr. Chang joked about having “no financial interest in climate change.” Dr. Chang said that if the global medical community was a country, it would be the fifth largest in terms of CO2 emissions. A newer organization, eyesustain.org, aims to reduce the amount of disposable items ophthalmic clinics use by opting for more reusable goods in and out of the surgery suites. “Cross contamination is a minimal risk,” he said. “Numerous papers show that. We’re advocating for electronic Instructions for Use and advocating for the industry to make all-day cassettes.” Arup Chakrabarti David Chang Application opens for the APACRS Travel Grant 2025 to participate in the 37th APACRS Annual Meeting in Ahmedabad, India. Submission Deadline: 20 December 2024 21 October 2024 Scan the QR Code or visit www.apacrs2025.org/travel-grant for application criteria and submission.
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