Retinal relieving incisions.
Retinal relieving incisions were undertaken during closed microsurgery for the treatment of retinal detachment complicated by retinal shortening as a result of incarceration or irresectable epiretinal membranes. In 16 of 20 eyes the retina remained attached after a minimum follow up of six months. Visual acuity of 2/60 or better was achieved in eleven of the 20 eyes and seven eyes had an acuity of 6/60 or better. Retinal relieving incisions are required in a minority of retinal re-attachment procedures and are compatible with useful visual function.
Surgical Vitreoretinal Unit, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London.
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D012160:Retina / Q000601:surgery; D012163:Retinal Detachment / Q000601:surgery*; D014792:Visual Acuity