How Charles Kelman Invented phacoemulsification in the 1960s: A reappraisal

Purpose: To determine the timing of the development of phacoemulsification by Charles Kelman, which occurred when he modified an ultrasonic dental tool (Cavitron, NY) to emulsify cataracts so that they could be removed through small incisions. Design: Review of primary source materials and scholarly...

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Main Authors: Christopher T. Leffler, Stephen G. Schwartz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-03-01
Series:Heliyon
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844025012939
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