Description
The Ahmed CTS is a modified design of the Cionni capsular tension rings manufactured by Morcher GmbH of Stuttgart, Germany. The CTS is a partial ring of clear PMMA covering approximately one quadrant with a hole for temporary or permanent fixation. A single iris retractor hooked into the hole can support the segment during surgery. Lacking a pointed tip, these broad, polished ring segments will not tear the capsulorhexis during surgery. Following surgery, they can either be removed or sutured to the sclera for permanent support.