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Indications for floaterectomy: results of a national BEAVRS survey

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Vitrectomy for floaters (‘floaterectomy’) in an otherwise healthy eye remains a contentious issue. Proponents argue that it is an underutilised effective intervention that improves quality of life, while others contend that it is an unnecessary procedure with underestimated risks.

Source: Eye

DOI: 10.1038/s41433-025-04087-4

Authors: Varo Kirthi, Giampaolo Gini, Anthony G. Casswell, Edward H. Hughes, Edward J. Casswell

Institutions: Moorfields Eye Hospital, Sussex Eye Hospital, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Language: English

Topic: Retinal and Macular Surgery

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,590