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Twelve-month analysis of emergency argon laser retinopexy in an Irish tertiary hospital.

Kealan McElhinneyRobert McGrathRory HolohanZubair Idrees
Published in: Irish journal of medical science (2023)
A notable proportion of patients (21%) undergoing emergency laser retinopexy required further intervention. Patients with anteriorly located retinal tears would benefit from an early discussion with a vitreo-retinal surgeon. Departmental training in laser retinopexy and retinal tear management is recommended as part of ongoing quality improvement.
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