Purpose: To describe a novel technique of internal limiting membrane retrieval.
Methods: A 25-gauge vitrectomy was performed in all patients. After internal limiting membrane (ILM) peeling (after brilliant blue dye staining), the ILM was held with the forceps in the midvitreous cavity and a 25-gauge cannula mounted on a 2 mL of balanced salt solution-filled syringe was introduced. When the tip of the cannula made contact with the ILM, mild suction was applied, and the ILM was retrieved in the syringe.
Results: Internal limiting membrane retrieval was successful in the all the patients attempted.
Conclusion: To conclude, bimanual technique of membranous tissue removal using a soft tip cannula under direct visualization is a safe and efficient technique that makes membrane retrieval a predictable process.