Inverted ILM Flap for Traumatic Macular Hole With PVR Retinal Detachment

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Hudson Nakamura, MD, demonstrates an inverted ILM flap for a traumatic macular hole in which perfluorocarbon liquid is applied to weigh on the retina with a three-fold purpose: To attach the retina, to avoid ILM from egressing from the hole, and to stabilize the peel action and avoid the retinal slippage during the exchange for silicone oil.

Posted: 5/13/2021

Inverted ILM Flap for Traumatic Macular Hole With PVR Retinal Detachment

Hudson Nakamura, MD, demonstrates an inverted ILM flap for a traumatic macular hole in which perfluorocarbon liquid is applied to weigh on the retina with a three-fold purpose: To attach the retina, to avoid ILM from egressing from the hole, and to stabilize the peel action and avoid the retinal slippage during the exchange for silicone oil.

Posted: 5/13/2021

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