A surgical approach for subfoveal Densiron 68 bubble removal in a case of recurrent inferior retinal detachment.

PURPOSE METHODS:: A 23-gauge-pars plana vitrectomy was performed to remove the subfoveal silicone oil bubble and to treat the RD. Through a mid-peripheral retinal tear, we reached the subfoveal space by extending the RD up to the macular region. We inserted in the subretinal space a Charles cannula protected with a silicone tip to catch and aspirate the bubble. Intra-operative optical coherence tomography successfully guided the surgical maneuvers. RESULTS We achieved the complete removal of the bubble from the subretinal space, and this led to the restoration of the retinal morphology with functional improvement, although the fovea developed an atrophy. CONCLUSION .