Phacoemulsification in cases of corneal opacity/haze

Cataract, a leading cause of visual impairment worldwide, commonly coexists with corneal opacity, posing a significant challenge for ophthalmic surgeons. Phacoemulsification surgery has emerged as the standard technique for cataract extraction, offering precise and minimally invasive lens removal. This article provides a comprehensive review of the management of cataracts using phacoemulsification surgery in cases with concurrent cataract and corneal opacity. The preoperative evaluation, surgical considerations, outcomes, complications, and future directions in the domain have been discussed here. Understanding the evolving techniques and advancements in this area will aid clinicians in optimizing surgical outcomes for patients with concurrent cataract and corneal opacity.