Decalin as a Short-Term Endotamponade in Vitrectomy for Persistent Retinal Detachment.

INTRODUCTION

This study aimed to evaluate the use of decalin as a short-term endotamponade for the management of severe, persistent retinal detachments.

METHODS

This retrospective study analyzed 9 eyes of 9 patients in whom decalin was used as an endotamponade. After 2 weeks, it was removed and replaced with silicone oil.

RESULTS

Retinal reattachment was achieved in all patients, despite previous surgical failures. The short-term use of decalin proved safe. No complications related to its use, such as retinal toxicity, subretinal migration, inflammatory reactions, or ocular hypertension, were observed.

CONCLUSION

Decalin is a valuable intraoperative tool and effective as a short-term endotamponade.