title: Internal retinal biopsy: surgical technique and results.
abstract: I have performed an internal retinal biopsy on fourteen patients. The technique involves the use of vitrectomy instrumentation endodiathermy, endolaser and vitreous scissors to remove a 1-2 mm2 area of the diseased retina. Endolaser photocoagulation and air-fluid exchange with and without the use of silicone oil conclude the surgery. No significant postoperative complication has been noted in patients undergoing this procedure.
authors.affiliation: Louisiana State University Medical Center School of Medicine, New Orleans.
authors.forename: G A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Peyman
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001706:Biopsy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D003972:Diathermy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012160:Retina / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D014821:Vitrectomy