Kenneth K W Li1, David Wong. 1. Eye Institute, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR, China. kennethli@rcsed.ac.uk
Abstract
PURPOSE: To describe a surgical technique to avoid retinal slippage. METHOD: An audit was carried out on a consecutive series of 75 consecutive cases of macular translocation for age-related macular degeneration (MT360). We encountered two cases of slippage, which led to a change in technique. RESULT: No further cases of slippage were encountered. We were able to perform an exchange of perfluorocarbon liquid with air or directly with silicone oil. DISCUSSION: Retinal slippage is caused by the presence of aqueous in the infusion tubing. Meticulous removal of all aqueous from the infusion system and vitreous cavity can eliminate this complication.
PURPOSE: To describe a surgical technique to avoid retinal slippage. METHOD: An audit was carried out on a consecutive series of 75 consecutive cases of macular translocation for age-related macular degeneration (MT360). We encountered two cases of slippage, which led to a change in technique. RESULT: No further cases of slippage were encountered. We were able to perform an exchange of perfluorocarbon liquid with air or directly with silicone oil. DISCUSSION: Retinal slippage is caused by the presence of aqueous in the infusion tubing. Meticulous removal of all aqueous from the infusion system and vitreous cavity can eliminate this complication.