Micro-vitreoretinal surgery for posterior segment intraoeular foreign bodies associated traumic retinal tearas

Objective To investigate the application of the vitrectomy and clinical characters for posterior segment intraocular foreign bodies associated traumatic retinal tears. Methods Forty-eight cases with intraocular foreign bodies, including magnetic 28, nonmagnetic 20, underwent routine vitrectomy via the third aisle of plana of ciliary body and treated PVR by intraocular laser or filler, according to patient's conditions. The mean follow-up period was 12 months, and their effects and complications were analyzed. Results The posterior segment intraocular foreign bodies were removed in 48 cases. Postoperative visual acuity was improved or remained unchanged in 44 cases (91.67%), reattachment retina 47 (97.92%).Conclusions Vitrectomy is an effective surgery for treatment of posterior segment intraocular foreign bodies and their complications. Key words: Vitrectomy;  Retinal tear;  Intraocular foreign body