Hybrid 25- and 27-Gauge Vitrectomy for Complex Vitreoretinal Surgery.

Publication/Presentation Date

4-1-2016

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: The authors report the technique of using the 27-gauge (G) vitreous cutter through 25-G valved cannulas to allow hybrid instrumentation of both gauges.

PATIENTS AND METHODS: Vitrectomy is initiated with standard placement of 25-G valved cannulas, followed by insertion of a 27-G vitreous cutter through the 25-G cannulas.

RESULTS: The hybrid procedure emphasizes the advantages of both platforms: The 25-G cutter is more efficient for core vitrectomy and is more rigid to facilitate peripheral vitrectomy; the 25-G platform enjoys a wider armamentarium of instrumentation options; and the smaller profile of the 27-G cutter can be maneuvered more easily into tight surgical planes to act analogous to vertical scissors, with the added benefits of aspiration and spatula-like features. The authors illustrate this technique in three cases: diabetic tractional retinal detachment with dense plaques, posterior stage 4B retinopathy of prematurity, and sutureless scleral fixation of an intraocular lens.

CONCLUSIONS: Hybrid use of the 25-G and 27-G platforms offers greater versatility for the management of complex vitreoretinal conditions.

Volume

47

Issue

4

First Page

352

Last Page

355

ISSN

2325-8179

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

27065375

Department(s)

Department of Medicine

Document Type

Article

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