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Probe-assisted ILM-Rhexis: A Novel Peeling Technique.

Ramin Nourinia1,2, Seyed-Hossein Abtahi1,2, Hosein Nouri1,3

  • 1Ophthalmic Research Center, Research Institute for Ophthalmology and Vision Science, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

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This study presents a new method for internal limiting membrane (ILM) removal during epiretinal membrane (ERM) surgery using a vitrectomy probe. The technique utilizes aspiration force to manage ILM flaps, potentially reducing retinal breaks.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Techniques
  • Retinal Surgery

Background:

  • Epiretinal membrane (ERM) and internal limiting membrane (ILM) peeling are crucial in treating various retinal pathologies.
  • Incidental ILM flaps can occur during ILM dye washout, posing challenges.
  • Current techniques may require additional instrumentation or maneuvers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel technique for managing incidental internal limiting membrane (ILM) flaps during epiretinal membrane (ERM)/ILM double peeling.
  • To demonstrate the utility of a 25-gauge vitrectomy probe for ILM flap removal.

Main Methods:

  • A modified technique using a 25-gauge vitrectomy probe for aspiration and gentle peeling of ILM flaps.
  • Application of proximal and tangential aspiration force over the ILM flap.
Keywords:
Internal Limiting MembraneProbeSurgeryTreatmentVitrectomyEpiretinal Membrane

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  • Procedure demonstrated in three cases with video documentation.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful management of incidental ILM flaps in all three described cases.
    • The technique potentially reduces the need for additional posterior segment entries.
    • Facilitates ILM peeling in cases with fragile membranes.

    Conclusions:

    • The described vitrectomy probe-assisted technique offers a safe and effective method for managing ILM flaps during ERM/ILM peeling.
    • This approach may minimize complications such as inadvertent retinal breaks.
    • It provides an alternative for handling fragile ILMs that are difficult to grasp with forceps.