The outcomes of primary pars plana vitrectomy alone as a first surgical procedure in pediatric rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.

Satisfactory results can be obtained with PPV alone in pediatric RRD. However, it should be noted that postoperative complications and recurrences occur at a high rate and that repeated surgeries are often required. The presence of PVR and macular involvement are seen as negative prognostic factors to the success of surgery.