Vitrectomy
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- Vitrectomy is often performed in conjunction with other procedures such as retinal detachment repair, macular hole surgery, and macular membrane peel.
- If the doctor makes the patient aware of the problem but the patient does not notice any major visual difficulties, vitrectomy is definitely not indicated.
- Vitrectomy Vitrectomy is a microsurgical procedure in which specialized instruments and techniques are used to repair retinal disorders, many of which were previously considered inoperable.
- A vitrectomy is performed if the retina bleeds into the vitreous.
- A vitrectomy is usually performed under local anesthesia.
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