Hemihang-back recession: description of the technique and review of the literature.
We describe a modification of the hang-back and loop techniques that we call the hemihang-back recession, in which the muscle is reattached to the sclera posterior to the original insertion with a single, absorbable suture. We recommend it for difficult strabismus cases, specifically when recessions of 7 mm or more are required.
Potter
W S
WS
Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. 19107.
Nelson
L B
LB
Handa
J T
JT
D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009801:Oculomotor Muscles / Q000601:surgery; D013285:Strabismus / Q000601:surgery*; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative / Q000379:methods