Phacofragmentation as an Effective Tool for Removal of Silicone Oil Adherent to Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lenses.

Background/purpose: To assess usefulness of phacofragmentation probe in the removal of silicone oil (SO) adherent to intraocular lenses (IOLs) during a SO removal procedure.

Methods: A 20-gauge (G) phacofragmentation probe was used to emulsify and remove SO adherent to IOLs during 23-G vitrectomy for SO removal. The superotemporal 23-G cannula was removed, and 20-G sclerotomy was made by using a 20-G MVR blade.