Anatomical success rate of macular hole surgery with autologous platelet without internal-limiting membrane peeling

Abstract

Aim: To describe our experience and success rate of macular hole surgery with pars plana vitrectomy with autologous platelet and without internal limiting membrane peel.

Methods: Retrospective review of 56 consecutive patients who underwent macular hole surgery.

Results: Anatomical success was achieved in 55 out of 56 patients (98.2%). Functional success was achieved in 37 out of 56 patients (66.1%). A total of 21 patients (37.5%) achieved postoperative visual acuity of 6/12 or better. No intraoperative complications were encountered. Postoperative complications included cataract progression in eight eyes and raised intraocular pressure in 20 eyes.

Conclusions: Our success rate was comparable to that reported in macular hole surgery incorporating internal limiting membrane (ILM) peel or with autologous platelet without ILM peel.