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[Improving the visualization of non-absorbable T-Flux(®) implants in deep sclerectomy. Colouring technique]
K Schargel1, J Placeres-Daban2, V Garcia-Conca3
1Sección de Glaucoma, Servicio de Oftalmología, Hospital de Torrevieja, Alicante, España.
Purpose:
To describe a staining technique that will enhance the visualization of non-absorbable T-Flux implants.
Methods:
The technique was applied to non-absorbable T-Flux implants. The implants were submerged for 5 to 10 minutes in a sodium fluorescein solution, and dried with a sponge when removed from the solution.
Discussion:
This is a very simple and easy procedure that uses a common fluorescein solution to enhance the contrast between the surgical field and a transparent implant used in deep sclerectomy. This colour technique will decrease the risk of loss of the implant in the surgical field.
