Limbal versus Pars plana extraction of posterior segment IOFBs using 23-gauge vitrectomy: anatomical and visual outcomes, and predictive factors for postoperative retinal detachment and poor visual prognosis
IOFB extraction via the limbus or pars plana using 23-gauge PPV provides comparable anatomical and visual outcomes. Impacted IOFBs and larger foreign bodies increase the risk of postoperative RD, while wound length and poor baseline visual acuity are strong predictors of poor final visual outcome. Early recognition of these predictors is important for optimizing surgical planning and patient counseling.
Authors
- Ahmed M. Hashem (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5289-7361)
- Ahmad S. Khalil (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8214-0546)
- Wael M. El-Haig (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1544-3130)
- Sherif A. Dabour
Institutions
- Zagazig University (EG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Retina and Vitreous
- Published
- 2025-07-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s40942-025-00701-5
- Primary Topic
- Traumatic Ocular and Foreign Body Injuries
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Science and Technology Development Fund
- Zagazig University