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What precautionary measures/care must be taken of an eye after vitrectomy? for example, keeping the head bowed for x hours...
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Depends on reason: Vitrectomies are performed for various diagnoses. Some will require positioning restrictions. Call your doctors office and check to see what they recommended for you. Take care.
Answered 3/23/2015
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