Abstract
This article describes a transconjunctival technique for pars plana vitrectomy using 20-gauge instruments. Sclerotomies are performed directly through the conjunctiva, Tenon's capsule, and sclera with a 19-gauge microvitreoretinal blade. A sutureless 20-gauge infusion cannula is then inserted and pars plana vitrectomy is performed in a standardized fashion using 20-gauge instruments. Each sclerotomy and its corresponding conjunctival incision is closed with a single stitch using a 7-0 polyglactin suture. This transconjunctival technique is a reasonable alternative surgical approach to minimize surgical trauma of tissues (eg, conjunctiva) and hasten postoperative recovery without the additional risks and costs associated with 25-gauge pars plana vitrectomy.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 342-344 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers and Imaging |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2007 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Surgery
- Ophthalmology