Pars Plana Vitrectomy Procedure
Advanced retinal surgery designed to treat complex eye conditions and help restore or protect your vision.
What is Pars Plana Vitrectomy?
Pars plana vitrectomy is a delicate eye surgery performed to treat various retinal conditions that affect vision. During the procedure, the vitreous gel inside the eye is removed to allow the retina specialist to access and repair the retina.
This surgery is commonly used to treat conditions such as retinal detachment, macular holes, vitreous
hemorrhage, and complications related to diabetic eye disease.
Peripheral Retinal Diseases
Specialized care for conditions affecting the outer regions of the retina and peripheral vision. Symptoms may include flashes of light, floaters, a curtain or shadow in vision, and loss of peripheral vision.
Macular Pucker
Retinoschisis
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dislocated Lens
Macular Hole
Retinal Detachment
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Trauma
Uveitis (Eye Inflammation)
Retained Cataract Fragments
Secondary Lens Implant
Types of Vitrectomy Procedures
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Vitrectomy + Endolaser
For treating bleeding inside the eye and preventing further vision problems.
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Vitrectomy + Membrane Peel
For treating problems in the central retina such as epiretinal membrane or macular pucker
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Vitrectomy + Gas/Oil Bubble
For treating retinal detachments as well as macular holes and related retinal conditions affecting vision.
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Vitrectomy + Scleral Buckle
For treating complex or recurrent retinal detachments and related complications.
Recovery After Vitrectomy
After surgery, patients may experience blurred vision, mild discomfort, or irritation as the eye heals. Vision often improves gradually as recovery progresses.
After surgery, patients may experience blurred vision, mild discomfort, or irritation as the eye heals. Vision often improves gradually as recovery progresses.
Recovery Tips
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Use prescribed eye drops to reduce inflammation
Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activity
Attend all follow-up appointments
Contact your doctor if symptoms worsen
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Specialized Retinal Surgical Care
At Beacon Retina, vitrectomy surgery is performed with advanced techniques and technology to ensure precise treatment and optimal outcomes.
Dr. Wong has performed a thousand vitrectomy surgeries and personally monitors your healing and progress at every visit, without delegating care to assistants or substitute providers.
Patients receive personalized care throughout the entire treatment process from diagnosis and surgery to recovery and follow-up visits.
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