[Macular holes that should not be operated]

J Fr Ophtalmol. 2008 Feb;31(2):214-20. doi: 10.1016/s0181-5512(08)70359-0.
[Article in French]

Abstract

The prognosis for macular holes has greatly improved since the advent of vitrectomy. Most improve both anatomically and functionally with effective treatment. However, some situations challenge the indication for surgery: old holes, large holes, and holes associated with retinal pathology.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Epiretinal Membrane / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Macula Lutea / pathology*
  • Macula Lutea / surgery*
  • Postoperative Complications / epidemiology
  • Retinal Perforations / surgery*
  • Treatment Failure
  • Visual Acuity
  • Vitrectomy / adverse effects
  • Vitreous Body / pathology*
  • Vitreous Body / surgery*