Short-Term Perfluoro-N-Octane Tamponade for Combined Penetrating Keratoplasty and Pars Plana Vitrectomy

Retinal Cases & Brief Reports 2026

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Authors: Tomoki Kurihara, Hiroshi Eguchi, Fumika Hotta, Fukutaro Mano, Chiharu Iwahashi, Shunji Kusaka
DOI: 10.1097/icb.0000000000001845
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References: 9

Abstract

PURPOSE: To report the efficacy of short-term perfluoro-n-octane (PFO) tamponade in combined penetrating keratoplasty and pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for eyes with corneal pathology and proliferative vitreoretinopathy. METHODS: Six consecutive patients with corneal pathology and proliferative vitreoretinopathy underwent PPV using a temporary keratoprosthesis and short-term PFO tamponade. Penetrating keratoplasty was performed with PFO retained in the vitreous cavity either during the initial surgery or at a secondary procedure, depending on graft availability. RESULTS: Complete retinal reattachment was achieved in all six eyes (100%) at the final visit, including three eyes that required persistent silicone oil (SO) tamponade. Visual acuity improved in four eyes (67%) and decreased in two eyes (33%). Hypotony (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Retinal and Macular Surgery Intraocular Surgery and Lenses Corneal Surgery and Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Retinal Cases & Brief Reports
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Volume
20
Issue
2
Pages
290–293
Publication date
2 January 2026
Language
EN