From: The effect of multiple vitrectomies and its indications on intraocular pressure
PPV indication | Retinal detachment (N = 139) | Epiretinal membrane (N = 124) | Macular hole (N = 72) | Vitreous hemorrhage (N = 112) |
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Tamponade, N (%) | ||||
Air | 15 (10.8) | 100 (80.6) | 2 (2.8) | 100 (89.3) |
SF6-gas | 93 (66.9) | 23 (18.5) | 62 (86.1) | 11 (9.8) |
Other gas (e.g., C3F8) | 10 (7.2) | 1 (0.8) | 5 (6.9) | 0 (0.0) |
Silicone oil | 21 (15.1) | 0 (0.0) | 3 (4.2) | 1 (0.9) |