Abstract:To describe a novel, simple, and reproducible encircling scleral buckle technique based on Hamilton's controlled encircling procedure in order to standardize buckle height achievement in cases of retinal detachment. Methods: We describe a case series in which a novel modification of Hamilton's surgical technique was used, consisting of a typical encircling buckling procedure anchored in the center of each quadrant, with the ends of the band passed through a Watzke sleeve. Reference marks were placed to allow m… Show more
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