23G Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker

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Reza Iranmanesh, MD, presents two 23G vitrectomy cases for macular pucker in which the surgeon observed peripheral ballooning of the choroid, presumed to be related to the position of the infusion cannula. Strategies to drain fluid and manage this complication are shown.

Posted: 5/19/2009

23G Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker

Reza Iranmanesh, MD, presents two 23G vitrectomy cases for macular pucker in which the surgeon observed peripheral ballooning of the choroid, presumed to be related to the position of the infusion cannula. Strategies to drain fluid and manage this complication are shown.

Posted: 5/19/2009

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Bryan Angle

16 years ago

Plugging the the 3rd (not in use)port will help in the drainage of the suprachordial fluid as well as increasing the pressure (40 mmHg or greater).

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