Bowl-and-snail technique for soft cataract

We describe a technique for the removal of soft cataracts that can be easily taught with good reproducibility. Following hydrodissection, nucleus removal starts by sculpting a central bowl down to the posterior capsule. The surrounding nuclear rim is then broken into a C-shaped mass that can be rotated and emulsified simultaneously. The entire procedure is done within the capsular bag with minimal stress on the zonules. Financial Disclosure Neither author has a financial or proprietary interest in any material or method mentioned.