[Subfoveal perfluorocarbon liquid. Two new cases]

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Retinal Surgery

Background:

• Subfoveal perfluorocarbon liquid (SPCL) is a potential cause of vision loss and central scotoma.
• Understanding prognostic factors for SPCL complications is crucial for patient outcomes.

Observation:

• Two clinical cases of SPCL-induced complications were identified.
• A literature review of five additional cases was conducted to analyze prognostic factors.

Findings:

• Early extraction of SPCL is associated with rapid visual acuity recovery.
• Disappearance of central scotoma is a common outcome following SPCL removal.
• The degree of visual acuity recovery is not significantly influenced by patient age, initial visual acuity, or duration of SPCL presence (if < 3 months).

Implications:

• Prompt surgical intervention for SPCL is recommended to optimize visual recovery.
• These findings can guide clinical decision-making and patient counseling regarding SPCL complications.
• Further research may elucidate long-term visual outcomes and refine management strategies.