Multi-layer internal limiting membrane plug technique for management of large full-thickness macular holes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To evaluate the efficacy of the multi-layer internal limiting membrane plug (MIP) technique in promoting the closure of large full-thickness macular holes (FTMH) and improvement of visual function.

Methods

A prospective interventional non-comparative consecutive case series including patients with surgically naïve large FTMH whether primary or secondary. All macular holes were > 400 µm. All patients had 23-gauge pars plana vitrectomy (PPV), MIP technique, and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) 20% gas tamponade. The main outcome measures were the closure of the hole, improvement of best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), and detection of complications that might develop due to surgery.

Results

The study included 15 eyes of 15 patients. The mean age was 44 years (range

SUBMITTER: El Rayes EN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9661779 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature