Internal 40-gauge microneedle drainage for the management of subretinal fluid in rhegmatogenous retinal detachment surgery.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To describe outcomes for internal microneedle drainage for the management of residual subretinal fluid (SRF) during pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD).

Methods

Retrospective review of patients undergoing PPV for RRD using a 40-gauge angled and beveled microneedle (Incyto, South Korea) for the aspiration and drainage of SRF during fluid/air exchange. The microneedle is inserted through the neurosensory retina into the bleb of residual SRF, removed from the subretinal space and placed onto the retina or adjacent to the subretinal entry site. Visual acuity (VA) and safety outcomes are reported.

Results

Thirteen eyes from 13 patients with a median age (Q1 - Q3) of 61.12 (52.03-63.81) were included. Median visual acuity (VA) at

SUBMITTER: Reiter GS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12315432 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature