First in Qinghai! Xining Aier Eye Hospital Successfully Implements New Minimally Invasive Technology for Rapid Retinal Detachment Treatment

On February 1st, Xining Aier Eye Hospital successfully performed Qinghai Province's first foldable capsular vitreous body (FCVB) surgery to treat rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Under the guidance of Professor Chen Zhongping from Changsha Aier Eye Hospital, Professor Hou Lei successfully reattached the retina and improved the vision of a 56-year-old patient with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.

The Foldable Capsular Vitreous Body (FCVB) can internally treat retinal detachment, helping to preserve the eyes of patients with severe ocular trauma and silicone oil dependence. One specific model, the Foldable Capsular Buckle (FCB), can also externally treat rhegmatogenous retinal detachment rapidly with ultra-minimally invasive techniques. The successful implementation of this advanced minimally invasive technology not only adds an important tool for treating complex fundus diseases at the hospital but also marks a significant step forward in the level of ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment, bringing hope to more patients with fundus conditions.

Case Overview

Aunt Y, aged 56, experienced a sudden decline in vision in her right eye five days ago without any apparent cause, accompanied by visual obstruction and floaters. Her family promptly took her to Xining Aier Eye Hospital. After examination, Professor Hou Lei, Director of the Fundus Disease Department, conducted a comprehensive and detailed eye examination, leading to a definitive diagnosis of "rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in the right eye."

Ophthalmologists often refer to retinal detachment as the "thief of sight." Without timely treatment, the detached area can gradually expand, potentially leading to irreversible blindness. Surgery is the key method to save vision. After a comprehensive assessment considering Aunt Y's condition, age, and physical status, Professor Hou Lei determined that while traditional retinal detachment surgery involves significant trauma and a long recovery period, the Foldable Capsular Buckle (FCB) procedure, as an advanced minimally invasive technology, is more suitable for this patient's treatment needs.

To ensure the best possible outcome, Professor Hou Lei specially invited Professor Chen Zhongping from Changsha Aier Eye Hospital to assist. Professor Chen is known for his extensive experience in FCB surgery, having successfully performed the procedure on numerous patients with complex retinal detachment, thereby maximizing the success rate of the surgery.

On the day of the surgery, Professor Hou Lei and Professor Chen Zhongping worked closely together, leveraging their exceptional medical skills and seamless collaboration to successfully complete Qinghai Province's first FCB procedure.

During a follow-up visit after the surgery, Aunt Y's retina was found to be successfully reattached, with excellent results.