Abstract
Advances in vitreoretinal surgery included the development and characterization of suitable substitutes for the vitreous.Air,expansile gases,silicone oil,heavy silicone oil (HSO),semifluorinated alkanes (SFA) and perfluorocarbons serve(PFCL) integral roles in modem vitreoretinal surgery.Here we review the currently available vitreous substitutes as well those in the experimental phase in their properties,the clinical use,advantages,and shortcomings. Key words: Retinal detachment ; Vitreoretinal surgery ; Vitreous substitute
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