Outcomes of ILM Transplant in Macular Holes
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Mohsin Fatima, Awan Muhammad Amer
Primary Institution: Shifa International Hospitals Limited, Islamabad, PAK
Hypothesis
To describe the anatomical and functional outcome of autologous internal limiting membrane (ILM) transplant with 27-gauge plus vitrectomy in failed and recurrent macular holes.
Conclusion
An autologous ILM transplant with a 27G+ PPV is an effective technique for closing macular holes in complicated cases.
Supporting Evidence
- All patients had successful surgery with closure of macular holes postoperatively.
- Mean best corrected visual acuity improved significantly from 1.60 to 0.60 over 12 months.
- One patient experienced a retinal re-detachment but was successfully managed.
Takeaway
Doctors used a special technique to help fix holes in people's eyes, and it worked really well for everyone in the study.
Methodology
Observational cohort study involving seven patients who underwent surgery for failed or recurrent macular holes.
Limitations
Limited sample size and retrospective nature of the study.
Participant Demographics
Average age of participants was 49.4 years, with four males and three females.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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