This book deals with basics of phacodynamics and outlines the practical principles and surgical caveats involved in managing several difficult and special situations encountered during phacoemulsification. It also elaborates on the management of important complications which may occur during the surgery. The reader can gain from the surgical expertise of over 30 well renowned national and international phaco surgeons and learn individual techniques for managing different types of cataracts. The book is intended to be a comprehensive textbook both for residents and practising ophthalmologists who are doing cataract surgery. It has been put together as a collaborative effort from the four major ophthalmic training institutes in India in association with expert international faculty from across the globe, so that the reader can get a proper perspective of surgical techniques and individual innovative variations. This book will help the reader in learning new surgical skills, improve the standard of care and ultimately benefit the cataract patient.