4-Minute Phaco™ is a safe, controlled method of cataract surgery. The short operative time reflects refined technique and high-volume experience, not haste. Complication rates associated with this approach are consistently below national averages.
Why Shorter Surgery Can Be Safer
Prolonged intraocular time increases stress on the corneal endothelium and other delicate structures. A well-executed, efficient procedure reduces:
- Exposure to ultrasound energy during lens removal
- Fluid turbulence inside the eye
- Risk of tissue trauma from repeated instrument movements
The goal is not speed itself, but the controlled execution that allows surgery to proceed without unnecessary delays.
Audited Outcomes
Surgeons who perform 4-Minute Phaco™ typically operate at high volume, which builds pattern recognition and technical consistency. Posterior capsular rupture (PCR), the most important intraoperative complication in cataract surgery, occurs at significantly lower rates in high-volume, standardised practice. These outcomes can be independently verified through the National Ophthalmology Database (NOD).
What This Means for Patients
Patients undergoing 4-Minute Phaco™ benefit from reduced surgical stress, lower inflammation, and faster visual recovery. The technique is suitable for routine and many complex cases, including dense cataracts and shallow anterior chambers. For published outcome data, see Mr Mfazo Hove’s NOD-audited results.
