Dr. Vishal Agrawal

Professor of Ophthalmology, SMS Medical College Jaipur, Rajasthan

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Dr. Vishal Agrawal is currently working as Professor of Ophthalmology & vitreo-retina consultant in SMS Medical College, Jaipur. He did his post-graduation from Dr R.P Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS New Delhi and vitreo-retina fellowship from Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai. His main area of interests are surgical retina, ROP and macular interface disorders. He has presented numerous instruction courses, co-authored books, published in indexed journals & performed live surgeries in national and international conferences. He is on the editorial board of IJO & JCRS. He Is currently the Principal Investigator of three FDA multicentric trials concerning RVO, AMD and Posterior Uveitis. His recent awards include- Rhett Buckler Award by American Society of Retina Specialists, 2020 AIOS Ophthalmic Hero of India award 2020 Image of The Year, American Society of Retina Specialists, Chicago, 2019 Best Video prize in EURETINA video competition, Copenhagen 2016 C S Reshmi Award, AIOS for best Video in AIOC 2016 AIOS Ophthalmic hero of India award 2017 Suraj Narayan Gold Medal in ROS,2016 Best Video award in JOS,2016,2017,2018,2019

  1. Articles 8 Apr 2021 13 min read

    Anterior Vitrectomy Made Easy For Cataract Surgeon

    One of the most dreaded complications of cataract surgery is a posterior capsular tear (PCR). Its rate ranges from 1.3% to 9.6% (from skilled surgeons to trainees)1-5. Early recognition of the PCR and skilled management is necessary for good surgical outcomes and to avoid any devastating sequelae. Hence, anterior vitrectomy is an important skill that every cataract surgeon should master. There are some risk factors that may predispose to PCR like a true posterior polar cataract, dense and mature cataracts, old age (zonular weakness, small pupil, and denser cataract), uncooperative/ anxious patients, poor visualization due to corneal disease, pre-existing ocular trauma leading to capsular rupture/ zonular damage, etc.6,7 A thorough preparation beforehand may avoid confusion and lead to a well-managed surgery. The OT staff should be well aware of the kit to be used for anterior vitrectomy and the settings to be used for the same. Early identification of the posterior capsular tear The ea

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