A system for obtaining undiluted intraoperative vitreous biopsy samples
C. D. Scholda, S. F. Egger, A. Lakits and R. Haddad
Eye Clinic, University of Vienna, Austria.
For many analyses of the vitreous, it is essential to obtain undiluted
vitreous specimens under sterile conditions intraoperatively. In this new
technique, a metal device is integrated into the aspiration system. The
device fits on standard laboratory plastic containers with integrated caps.
Undiluted vitreous accumulates in the container, which is then removed and
sent to the laboratory. With a new container in place, vitrectomy can be
continued as usual. This technique is simple, safe, effective, and
inexpensive.