New Technologies and Best Practices for In-Office YAG

Nicholas R. Green, OD, MPH, FAAO, presents clinical pearls on YAG Capsulotomy at Optometry's Meeting 2026.

By
Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management
June 17, 2026
4 min

Optometric Management

Objective:

To discuss the integration of in-office laser procedures, particularly YAG capsulotomy, into optometric practice as presented by Nicholas R. Green, OD, MPH, FAAO, at Optometry’s Meeting 2026.

Approach:

Key Findings:

Approximately half of cataract patients may require YAG capsulotomy.
Indications for YAG capsulotomy include symptomatic vision loss, glare, refractive shifts in pseudoaccommodating intraocular lenses, and obscured retinal views.
Contraindications include cystoid macular edema, high risk of retinal detachment, calcified intraocular lenses, and ongoing anti-VEGF therapy.
Patient selection is crucial for procedural success.

Interpretation:

Staying informed about evolving technologies and best practices is essential for optometrists performing laser procedures.

Limitations:

The article does not provide specific data on the success rates of YAG capsulotomy.
No detailed information on the long-term outcomes of the described techniques.