title: Iridodialysis repair: stroke and dock technique.
abstract: Iridodialysis needs to be repaired if it is symptomatic. We describe a new bimanual technique for repair of iridodialysis where a bent 26 gauge (G) needle is used to lift the peripheral iris first. The bevel of the needle then acts as a platform for the 9-0 prolene suture with a straight needle to enable unfolding of the curled up iris by stroking before finally docking the suture needle into the bevel of the 26 G needle. This technique ensures precise scleral fixation.
authors: Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 110029, India.
authors: Sudarshan
authors: S
authors: Khokhar
authors: Shikha
authors: S
authors: Gupta
authors: Gaurav
authors: G
authors: Kumar
mesh_terms: D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007498:Iris / Q000293:injuries*; D013508:Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures; D012590:Sclera / Q000601:surgery; D013536:Suture Techniques; D016896:Treatment Outcome
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