ReviewInternational journal of retina and vitreous2016
Vitreoretinal instruments: vitrectomy cutters, endoillumination and wide-angle viewing systems.
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33 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Early vitrectomy for exogenous endophthalmitis following surgery.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2022Pooled it
- Efficiency and safety comparison between 20,000 and 10,000 cuts per minute vitrectomy using a 27G cutter in rhegmatogenous retinal detachment: a prospective randomized controlled study.Japanese journal of ophthalmology · 2025Trial
- Initial clinical use of the intraocular endoscope holding robot in pars plana vitrectomy.Japanese journal of ophthalmology · 2026Article
- Pioneering evaluation in Brazil of microscope-integrated optical coherence tomography with a three-dimensional digital visualization system during pars plana vitrectomy for the treatment of macular hole.International journal of retina and vitreous · 2025Article
- Efficacy of enhanced monofocal intraocular lens in combined phacovitrectomy for patients with photoreceptor-preserving epiretinal membrane.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Referrals for proliferative diabetic retinopathy from two UK diabetic retinopathy screening services: a 10-year analysis of visual outcomes, requirement for vitrectomy, and mortality.Eye (London, England) · 2024Article
- Chandelier-Assisted Scleral Buckling: A Literature Review.Vision (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Review
- Ocular surface changes following vitreoretinal procedures.Indian journal of ophthalmology · 2023Review
- Performance, safety and efficiency comparison between 10,000 and 5000 cuts per minute vitrectomy using a 25G cutter: a prospective randomized controlled study.International journal of retina and vitreous · 2023Article
- Exploring High-Precision Non-Assembly Mechanisms: Design of a Vitrectome Mechanism for Eye Surgery.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Mechanical Property Comparison of 23-, 25-, and 27-Gauge Vitrectors across Vitrectomy Systems.Ophthalmology. Retina · 2022Article
- Clinical outcomes of a beveled tip, ultra-high speed, 25-gauge pars plana vitrectomy system.BMC ophthalmology · 2022Article
- A Smart Vitrector Equipped by a Fiber-Based OCT Sensor Mitigates Intentional Attempts at Creating Iatrogenic Retinal Breaks During Vitrectomy in Pigs.Translational vision science & technology · 2021Article
- In Vitro Comparison of Various High-Speed Vitrectomy Machines Using Dual Blade Cutters.Cureus · 2021Article
- Experimental assessment of the performance of vitreous cutters with fluids with different rheological properties.Graefe's archive for clinical and experimental ophthalmology = Albrecht von Graefes Archiv fur klinische und experimentelle Ophthalmologie · 2021Article
- Comparison of modern high-speed vitrectomy systems and the advantages of using dual-bladed probes.International journal of retina and vitreous · 2021Article
- Technique for posterior segment evaluation in paediatric cases undergoing cataract surgeries.BMJ case reports · 2021Article
- Preoperative Vision, Gender, and Operation Time Predict Visual Improvement After Epiretinal Membrane Vitrectomy: A Retrospective Study.Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.) · 2021Article
- Surgical repair of primary non-complex rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in the modern era of small-gauge vitrectomy.BMJ open ophthalmology · 2021Article
- A promising approach in laser vitrectomy executed by plasma-mediated removal of vitreous body via a diode-pumped Q-switched Nd:YAG laser.Scientific reports · 2020Article
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Abstract
There have been many advances in vitreoretinal surgery since Machemer introduced the concept of pars plana vitrectomy, in 1971. Of particular interest are the changes in the vitrectomy cutters, their fluidics interaction, the wide-angle viewing systems and the evolution of endoillumination through the past decade and notably in the last few years. The indications of 27-gauge surgery have expanded, including more complex cases. Cut rates of up to 16,000 cuts per minute are already available. New probe designs and pump technology have allowed duty cycle performances of near 100% and improved flow control. The smaller vitrectomy diameter can be positioned between narrow spaces, allowing membrane dissection and serving as a multifunctional instrument. Enhanced endoillumination safety can be achieved by changing the light source, adding light filters, increasing the working distance and understanding the potential interactions between light and vital dyes commonly used to stain the retina. Wide-angle viewing systems (contact, non-contact or a combination of both) provide a panoramic view of the retina. Non-contact systems are assistant-independent, while contact systems may be associated with better image resolution. This review will cover some current aspects on vitrectomy procedures, mainly assessing vitrectomy cutters, as well as the importance of endoillumination and the use of wide-angle viewing systems.
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