A capsular tension ring (CTR) can distribute zonular tension evenly at the capsule equator, keeping the capsular bag stretched open during nucleus manipulation. It may prevent vitreous prolapse ...

A capsular tension ring was placed in the capsular bag to give support to the area of zonular loss (Figure 3). After securing the capsule, triamcinolone was used to check for any vitreous strands.

An analysis found a slight predominance of late in-the-bag IOL dislocations in men. Capsular tension rings may be a protective factor against dislocation. Late in-the-bag IOL dislocation has a ...