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Two novel surgical techniques for treating refractory macular holes were developed, adapting methods based on the presence or absence of the internal limiting membrane (ILM). Both approaches successfully restored macular anatomy.

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Surgical Innovation

Background:

Refractory macular holes present a significant challenge in retinal surgery.
Standard surgical interventions may not always yield optimal outcomes for these complex cases.

Observation:

Two distinct surgical strategies were employed for refractory macular holes, tailored to the status of the internal limiting membrane (ILM).
Case 1 involved remnant ILM, utilizing pars plana vitrectomy with ILM flap inversion and C3F8 gas tamponade.
Case 2, with no remnant ILM, featured pars plana vitrectomy, margin release, autologous platelet concentrate, and C3F8 gas tamponade.

Findings:

Both surgical approaches resulted in successful anatomical restoration of the macula postoperatively.
The choice of surgical technique was contingent upon the presence or absence of the internal limiting membrane (ILM).

Implications:

These tailored surgical protocols offer promising solutions for refractory macular holes.
The adaptability of these techniques based on ILM status may improve surgical success rates in challenging cases.