Abstract
Perfluorocarbon (PFC) liquids are hydrocarbons in which all the hydrogen atoms are replaced with the fluorine atoms. PFC liquids are stabilized liquids that can stay as a single piece with their high surface tension and are heavier than water. Perfluoro-n-octane, perfluorodecalin, perfluoro-phenanthrene are frequently used liquid PFC derivatives used in a clinical ophthalmology practice. Intraoperative use of PFC liquids in vitreoretinal surgery for proliferative vitreoretinopathy and complicated retinal detachment provides surgical ease and increase anatomical and functional success. Long-term exposure to PFC liquids results in complications such as inflammation and degenerations of ocular tissues. Studies are needed for PFC liquids which are suitable for long-term intraocular use.
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