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Spare some internal limiting membrane for later: free ILM patch and neurosensory retina graft.
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International ophthalmology [Int Ophthalmol] 2019 May; Vol. 39 (5), pp. 1205-1207. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Apr 10. - Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- Purpose: Editorial to De Giacinto et al case report on free autologous neurosensory retina patch.<br />Methods: Literature review and experts' opinion RESULTS: In the present issue, De Giacinto et al describe a free autologous neurosensory retina patch to close a chronic macular hole. This new technique was made necessary by an extended internal limiting membrane peeling during the first surgery, that prevented grafting a patch of internal limiting membrane when the hole did not close. We hereby review pros and cons of patching a chronic macular hole with an internal limiting membrane patch, as well as the importance of not over-enlarging a peeling.<br />Discussion: Internal limiting membrane patch can be considered in chronic macular holes. It may not be an option in cases of over-enlargement of a previous peel; free autologous neurosensory retina patch may be a valid alternative in such cases.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1573-2630
- Volume :
- 39
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- International ophthalmology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 29637388
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-018-0906-2