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What is a vitrectomy?
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Surgical to back eye: Vitrectomy is a procedure, usually done by retinal specialists. in which the gel filling the back of the eye is carefully removed and saline inserted for replacement. It is performed as an aid to retinal re-attachment, removal of free blood, and a number of other retinal problems.
Answered 4/20/2018
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