The tunnel sponge--an explant for retinal detachment surgery
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Ophthalmic Surgery
|January 1, 1984
Abstract:
The tunnel sponge explant for retinal detachment surgery is a modification of the cylindrical, silastic sponge. A central tunnel exists along the length of the sponge allowing a silicone band to be threaded internally. A high, localized indentation can be achieved as well as encirclement with minimal volume displacement of the globe.