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Endoscope-assisted scleral buckle procedure.

Sean M Platt^1,2, Andrew J Barkmeier³

¹Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, 200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN, 55905, USA.

International Journal of Retina and Vitreous

|December 9, 2020

Summary

Endoscopic visualization improves primary scleral buckling for retinal detachment when standard methods fail. This technique aids surgeons in challenging cases, ensuring successful retinal reattachment and preserving vision.

Keywords:

Endoscope Peters' anomaly Retinal detachment Scleral buckle

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Clear visualization of the posterior segment is crucial for successful retinal reattachment surgery.
Standard ophthalmoscopic techniques are insufficient for some patients undergoing primary scleral buckling without vitrectomy due to limited visualization.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a novel endoscope-assisted visualization technique for primary scleral buckling in a patient with limited posterior segment view.
To evaluate the efficacy of this technique in achieving retinal reattachment and preserving visual acuity.

Main Methods:

A primary scleral buckle procedure was performed using intraocular endoscopy for visualization.
The technique was applied to a 34-year-old female with Peters' Anomaly and a macula-sparing retinal detachment.

Main Results:

Successful retinal reattachment was achieved in a single procedure.
The patient maintained baseline visual acuity at a 30-month follow-up, demonstrating long-term stability.

Conclusions:

Intraocular endoscopy facilitates intraoperative fundus examination, cryotherapy, and scleral buckle placement in primary scleral buckling when visualization is limited.
This technique offers a viable solution for retinal detachment repair in complex cases where standard visualization is inadequate.