Update on current surgical management of idiopathic macular holes |
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Authors: | Lim Dunbar |
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Institution: | Apt. 112, 8917 North Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL 32514, USA |
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Abstract: | Idiopathic macular holes were generally considered an untreatable condition until 1991 when the first papers reported successful closure of macular holes and visual improvement using pars plana vitrectomy, peeling of the cortical vitreous and face-down positioning. Since that time, the original pathogenesis theory has been refined as well as surgical methods and techniques. Currently, macular hole surgery is considered the most successful vitreoretinal surgery, with a greatly improved prognosis for patients. This article will review the general characteristics of macular holes and the clinical trials and outcomes that have led to the latest techniques in idiopathic macular hole surgery. |
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