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Retinal holes

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    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |September 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Peripheral retinal holes, full-thickness breaks of trophic origin, were found in 2.4% of autopsied eyes. Lattice degeneration was the most common cause of secondary retinal holes in this study.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Retinal Diseases
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Peripheral retinal holes are full-thickness breaks of trophic origin.
    • Their prevalence and causes require further investigation in autopsy studies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the prevalence and characteristics of peripheral retinal holes in an autopsy population.
    • To identify associated lesions and etiological factors contributing to retinal hole formation.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 2,800 autopsied subjects.
    • Examination of 5,600 eyes for full-thickness retinal breaks.
    • Classification of retinal holes based on etiology and morphology.

    Main Results:

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  • Peripheral retinal holes were identified in 136 (2.4%) eyes.
  • Primary retinal holes were rare (0.14%), occurring unilaterally in elderly subjects.
  • Lattice degeneration was the most frequent cause of secondary holes (103 cases).
  • Other causes included zonular traction tufts, chorioretinitis, meridional folds, and pavingstone degeneration.
  • No significant difference was observed between aphakic and phakic eyes.

    • Conclusions:

    • Peripheral retinal holes are relatively uncommon in the general population.
    • Lattice degeneration is a significant risk factor for secondary retinal hole formation.
    • Primary retinal holes are rare and present specific characteristics.