Short Term Postoperative Tamponade Using Perfluorocarbon Liquid for Giant Retinal Tears

Short Term Postoperative Tamponade Using Perfluorocarbon Liquid for Giant Retinal Tears

The purpose of the article is, to investigate the efficacy and safety of perfluorocarbon liquid (PFCL) ,as a short term postoperative tamponade for treating retinal detachment ,associated with giant retinal tears.

a retrospective study wich compared 2 groups that had giant tear repair in one group, PFCL was left for few days as an intermediate measure until silicone oil or SF6 gas was used to reattach the retina ,and in the control group SF6 or Silicone oil were used, with no PFCL.

Inclusion Criteria:

• above 18 years of age
• retinal tear at least of 3 clock hours.

Exclusion Criteria:

• less than 18 years of age
• Retinal tear less than 3 hours