Vitrectomy (Retinal Surgery)

Vitrectomy is a surgical procedure that removes some or all of the vitreous humor, the gel-like fluid that fills the inside of the eye, and involves work on the retina when necessary. It is used to treat various eye conditions that can affect vision, such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, vitreous hemorrhage, epiretinal membrane, macular hole, eye injuries, vitreous opacities and complications of cataract surgery, among others. Surgery can restore vision and improve patients’ quality of life.