Full-Thickness Macular Hole after Lamellar Macular Hole Surgery: A Case Report

Abstract

Purpose

To describe a case of full-thickness macular hole (FTMH) after vitrectomy for lamellar hole (LH).

Methods

Case report.

Results

The authors report a patient with progressive visual loss secondary to LH who developed FTMH following a vitrectomy repair. The postoperative findings as well as the clinical course after the second surgical approach are described.

Conclusions

Surgeons should be aware of this complication following LH surgical approach.

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