Performing Vitreous Biopsy by Perfluorocarbon-Perfused Vitrectomy - 18/08/11
Résumé |
Purpose |
To evaluate the safety and efficacy of perfluorocarbon-perfused vitrectomy (PCPV) as a novel technique in obtaining a large undiluted vitreous biopsy.
Design |
Cross-sectional interventional study.
Methods |
Patients with undiagnosed posterior uveitis scheduled for vitreous biopsy underwent PCPV. A syringe containing 5 ml of perfluorocarbon liquid (PCL) was connected to the infusion line. Aspiration of the central and superior vitreous was initiated with simultaneous infusion of the PCL.
Results |
Twenty eyes of 20 patients were included in this study. The mean ± SD amount of PCL used in each eye was 4.50 ± 0.69 ml. The volume of vitreous sample obtained in each eye was 2.25 ± 0.413 ml. No complications occurred.
Conclusions |
PCPV is a safe and effective method for obtaining large undiluted vitreous biopsy.
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