Cryoextraction of episcleral Miragel buckle elements: a new technique to reduce fragmentation

Ophthalmic Surg Lasers. 2002 May-Jun;33(3):237-9.

Abstract

A step-by-step description of a surgical technique for episcleral Miragel buckle removal is reported. After dissection of the conjunctiva and the capsule surrounding the Miragel element, the extremity of the buckle is pulled out with a cryoprobe. The removal of Miragel episcleral buckle with the cryoprobe is a safe and effective technique with a low fragmentation rate and a reduction of the surgical risk related to the use of sharp forceps near a possibly weakened sclera. Procedure time seems also to be reduced.

MeSH terms

  • Cryosurgery*
  • Device Removal / methods
  • Humans
  • Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures*
  • Scleral Buckling / instrumentation*