Removal of retained subretinal perfluorocarbon liquid

Abstract

Aim: To report a case series in which a modified technique was used to remove retained subretinal perfluorocarbon liquid.

Method: In three patients with retained subretinal perfluorocarbon liquid, a three-port pars plana vitrectomy approach was used to perform a small self-sealing retinotomy adjacent to the perfluorocarbon liquid bubble. The tip of a 50-G glass micropipette connected to an active suction system was inserted in the bubble, and the liquid was aspirated.

Results: Successful removal of subretinal perfluorocarbon liquid was achieved in all cases with no complications. Visual acuity improved in all patients.

Conclusion: With the technique presented, retained subretinal perfluorocarbon liquid can be successfully removed with minimal trauma to adjacent tissues.