Innovative technological tools are allowing ophthalmologic surgeons to make more precise incisions, and thus helping to improve accuracy during cataract, corneal, and retinal procedures. 

The latest ophthalmic imaging equipment, which includes intraoperative imaging and navigation technology, boosts resolution and allows surgeons to more precisely locate their targets during surgery. They can see parts of the anatomy located in small cavities, which are not visible otherwise, enabling cataract surgery through a tiny incision. The improved procedures make surgery easier for physicians and improve outcomes for patients, who often are able to recover more quickly. 

Some of the most recent advancements are from Carl Zeiss Meditec in Dublin, California, which has obtained approval to use a module that shows fluorescence-stained structures, as well as non-stained tissue. When integrated into a microscope, the technology will enable surgeons to have a better view of what they are operating on during retinal and corneal procedures.