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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Retinal Surgery

Background:

  • Pediatric vitreoretinal surgery presents unique challenges due to the small size of the eye.
  • Minimally invasive techniques are desirable to reduce complications in pediatric patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility and safety of 25-gauge vitrectomy in children for various vitreoretinal conditions.
  • To compare outcomes between standard and modified surgical approaches in different age groups.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 56 eyes from 49 children (≤18 years) undergoing 25-gauge vitrectomy over 5 years.
  • Two techniques were employed: a modified sutured approach for infants (<1 year) and a transconjunctival approach for older children.
  • Data on intraoperative and postoperative complications were collected and analyzed.

Main Results:

  • No cases of endophthalmitis, wound leaks, or hypotony requiring treatment were reported.
  • Minor intraoperative events included conversions to 20-gauge and bleeding.
  • Postoperative complications included cataract, retinal detachment, and vitreous hemorrhage, often in eyes with complex pathology.

Conclusions:

  • 25-gauge vitrectomy is a viable and safe technique for pediatric vitreoretinal surgery, offering good access to small ocular spaces.
  • A modified sutured technique is recommended for infants to mitigate the risk of postoperative hypotony.