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Evaluation of the efficacy of argon laser photocoagulation therapy in patients with retinal tear
Abstract
Aims: To report the clinical results of argon laser photocoagulation treatment of patients diagnosed in our clinic with retinal tears and/or holes.
Methods: Argon laser photocoagulation 0.1-0.2 sec, 200-400 µm spot size in 3-4 rows around the lesion and 250-500 millijoule power) treatment results of patients with retinal tears and/or holes who were treated and followed up in our clinic's retina unit were evaluated retrospectively.
Results: During the follow-up period, 61 eyes of 57 patients were treated with argon laser photocoagulation. The success rate of the treatment in retinal detachment prophylaxis was 89.5%. Visual functions improved or remained stable in 82.5% of the patients after argon laser retinopexy. No increase in intraocular pressure or laser-related side effects were observed in any patient during the follow-up period.
Conclusion: Argon laser photocoagulation is a safe and effective method for retinal tears and holes. According to our clinical experience, it can be safely applied in the prevention of retinal detachment.

Keywords : Argon laser photocoagulation, retinal holes, retinal tear, retinal detachment

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Article available in :
Volume 2, Issue 2, 2025
Page : 33-35
https://doi.org/10.51271/AOR-0031
Article Information
Received : 23 Şub 2025
Accepted : 14 Nis 2025
Published : 17 Nis 2025
Corresponding Author :

Halit Öcal: Department of Ophthalmology, Van Training and Research Hospital, Van, Turkiye

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Citation : Öcal H, Seven E, Batur M, Tekin S, Yıldız V. Evaluation of the efficacy of argon laser photocoagulation therapy in patients with retinal tear. Arch Ophthalmol Res. 2025;2(2):33-35.

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