The vitrophage in ocular reconstruction following trauma.
We propose a technique using the Peyman vitrophage, a vitrectomy instrument, for the surgical repair of acute and chronic injuries to the anterior segment, such as perforating corneal injuries and complications of cataract extractions. A pars plana approach allows insertion of the vitrophage into the eye with minimal surgical manipulation. All lens, iris, and vitreous remnants are completely removed. We have achieved excellent results in cases of severe eye injuries.
D000208:Acute Disease; D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects; D002648:Child; D002908:Chronic Disease; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D003318:Corneal Opacity / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007429:Intraocular Pressure; D008297:Male; D008566:Membranes / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D009885:Ophthalmology / Q000295:instrumentation*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery; D013525:Surgical Instruments; D000267:Tissue Adhesions; D014792:Visual Acuity; D014822:Vitreous Body / Q000601:surgery*