Transconjunctival suprachoroidal buckling for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.
Journal
International journal of retina and vitreous
Journal Volume
12
Journal Issue
1
Start Page
11
ISSN
2056-9920
Date Issued
2025-12-12
Author(s)
Abstract
Background: To assess the effectiveness of the transconjunctival suprachoroidal buckle (TSCB) technique in treating primary rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD).
Methods: A prospective interventional study including patients with primary RRD undergoing the TSCB technique. The technique consisted of a transconjunctival approach using an olive tip handled cannula with an Atkinson 25-gauge needle tip that injects a high-purity gel in the suprachoroidal space (SCS) and creates a buckle effect that lasts for 12–18 months. Indirect laser retinopexy is done in the operating room or in the early post-operative office visit on the slit lamp. The TSCB technique could be done in the office in selected cases of uncomplicated RRD.
Results: The study included 31 eyes of 31 patients. Seventeen eyes were phakic (55%). The RRD involved one quadrant in 81% of eyes. Sixteen eyes (52%) had more than one break. The TSCB procedure was performed in the operating room in 21 patients (68%). The mean duration of follow-up was 5 months. Postoperatively, we achieved retinal attachment in all patients. Three patients (10%) needed a second surgery. Two patients (6%) developed dot hemorrhage due to choroidal puncture.
Conclusion: The TSCB is safe, and avoids the complications of conventional scleral buckling.
Supplementary Information: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s40942-025-00774-2.
Subjects
In-office suprachoroidal buckle for RRD
Suprachoroidal buckle
Suprachoroidal space
Type
journal article