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  • Ophthalmology
  • Retinal Surgery

Background:

  • Optic disc pit maculopathy is characterized by retinal thickening and fluid accumulation.
  • Macular detachment and outer layer holes are common complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical outcomes of vitrectomy with inner retinal fenestration for optic disc pit maculopathy.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective, interventional case series of 18 eyes with optic disc pit maculopathy.
  • Pars plana vitrectomy with creation of a partial thickness inner retinal fenestration radial to the optic disc pit.
  • Anatomic outcomes assessed by OCT and visual acuity by BCVA.

Main Results:

  • Complete fluid resolution in 94% of eyes without additional treatment.
  • Macular detachment resolved in a mean of 6.1 months.
  • Significant improvement in BCVA from 20/106 to 20/48; 56% achieved 20/30 or better.

Conclusions:

  • Inner retinal fenestration is associated with significant anatomic and functional improvement in optic disc pit maculopathy.
  • The procedure facilitates fluid egress into the vitreous, ameliorating pathologic findings.
  • This technique offers a lasting solution for optic pit maculopathy.