Retinal surgery under the microscope.

A Urrets-Zavalia

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Retinal surgery under the microscope.

A Urrets-Zavalia

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In the case of small breaks, the operating microscope and slit lamp are of great help in retinal detachment surgery. The use of an adequate peripheral fundus contact lens is necessary. The technique to be followed is described and its advantages and disadvantages are discussed.

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A Urrets-Zavalia. 1980. Retinal surgery under the microscope.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7422243/

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