Technique for trouble-free removal of pars plana infusion cannulas.
We describe a simple procedure that facilitates the removal of a pars plana cannula. A 2-cm 4-O black silk suture is passed under the double-throw knot, which secures the infusion cannula. When the ends of the silk suture are pulled, the double-throw knot opens easily, allowing the cannula to be removed.
D002404:Catheterization / Q000379:methods*; D002924:Ciliary Body / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques; D014821:Vitrectomy / Q000379:methods*