[Vital dyes in vitreoretinal surgery. Current application concepts]

Ophthalmologe. 2009 Jan;106(1):7-10. doi: 10.1007/s00347-008-1853-5.
[Article in German]

Abstract

This article reviews the most relevant vital dyes and adjuncts currently available for use in vitreoretinal surgical procedures. The current concepts of intraocular application as well as the staining properties are described, and the issue of biocompatibility is discussed.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Coloring Agents*
  • Humans
  • Image Enhancement / methods*
  • Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Surgery, Computer-Assisted / methods*
  • Vitreoretinopathy, Proliferative / pathology*
  • Vitreoretinopathy, Proliferative / surgery*

Substances

  • Coloring Agents