External approach microsurgery of retinal dialysis

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Microsurgery
• Retinal Diseases

Background:

• Retinal dialysis is a condition requiring surgical intervention.
• External approach microsurgery is a potential treatment modality.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy of external approach microsurgery for retinal dialysis.
• To assess surgical outcomes and complications associated with this technique.

Main Methods:

• 30 eyes of 28 patients with retinal dialysis underwent external approach microsurgery.
• Procedures included scleral buckling, subretinal fluid drainage, cryotherapy, and gas injection under surgical microscopy.

Main Results:

• A 96.7% reattachment rate was achieved in one operation, with a 100% final reattachment rate after a second procedure.
• Postoperative vision acuity significantly improved compared to preoperative levels.
• Mild intraoperative and postoperative complications were observed, including secondary glaucoma and redetachment.

Conclusions:

• External approach microsurgery demonstrates a favorable outcome in treating retinal dialysis.
• The technique is associated with high success rates and improved visual acuity.