1) extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE)-partial removal of the capsule, most common method. 2) Intracapsular cataract extraction (ICCE)- removal of lens & surrounding lens capsule-removes cataract in 1 piece. <span>3) Phacoemulsification-disolves the hard nucleaus by ultrasound, then removes the soft cortex in multiple pieces.</span>
