For stage 2 macular holes, vitrectomy combined with long-term intraocular tamponade can result in a very favorable anatomic and functional outcome that is as good as or better than the results described for other modalities. This approach simplifies the surgical technique, and both adjuvant-related complications and potential retinal damage related to internal limiting membrane peeling or use of indocyanine green are avoided.
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