Perfluoro-N-Octane, Upright Head Position Effective In Inferior Retinal Detachment Repair

Friday, January 18, 2013

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A staged two-procedure approach involving pars plana vitrectomy, perfluoro-n-octane tamponade and upright head positioning was effective in repairing inferior retinal detachments, according to a study.

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The photo seen below is of a patient presenting with proptosis, pain and increased intraocular pressure on the left. A corresponding MRI is below. What is the most likely diagnosis?
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4. Thyroid eye disease
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Perfluoro-N-Octane, Upright Head Position Effective In Inferior Retinal Detachment Repair

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