Eye surgery showdown: which oil removal method is safer?

NCT ID NCT07363889

First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 03, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study compares two techniques for removing silicone oil from the eye after retinal detachment repair. About 200 people who previously had silicone oil placed in their eye will be randomly assigned to one of two removal methods: a special vitrectomy machine or a spring-loaded syringe. The goal is to see which method is safer and works better.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Sohag Faculty of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Sohag, Sohag Governorate, 82511, Egypt

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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