Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India

Abstract Purpose This study aimed to compare demographics, clinical characteristics, and post-surgical outcomes between idiopathic and secondary full-thickness macular holes (MHs). Methods A retrospective analysis of 348 eyes from 339 patients treated between June 2017 and December 2023 was conducte...

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Main Authors: Shubham Darade, Rupal Kathare, Ayushi Choudhary, Gaurang Sehgal, Jay Chhablani, Kanika Godani, Naresh Kumar Yadav, Priyanka Gandhi, Prathiba Hande, Rubble Mangla, Vishma Prabhu, Ramesh Venkatesh
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Published: BMC 2024-10-01
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author Shubham Darade
Rupal Kathare
Ayushi Choudhary
Gaurang Sehgal
Jay Chhablani
Kanika Godani
Naresh Kumar Yadav
Priyanka Gandhi
Prathiba Hande
Rubble Mangla
Vishma Prabhu
Ramesh Venkatesh
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Rupal Kathare
Ayushi Choudhary
Gaurang Sehgal
Jay Chhablani
Kanika Godani
Naresh Kumar Yadav
Priyanka Gandhi
Prathiba Hande
Rubble Mangla
Vishma Prabhu
Ramesh Venkatesh
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description Abstract Purpose This study aimed to compare demographics, clinical characteristics, and post-surgical outcomes between idiopathic and secondary full-thickness macular holes (MHs). Methods A retrospective analysis of 348 eyes from 339 patients treated between June 2017 and December 2023 was conducted. The study included both idiopathic and secondary MHs, excluding cases where surgery was not performed or lacked sufficient follow-up. Demographic data, visual acuity (VA), ocular characteristics, and optical coherence tomography measurements were analyzed. Results Idiopathic MHs were identified in 308 eyes (89%), and secondary MHs in 40 eyes (11%). Idiopathic MH patients were older (mean age: 68.26 vs. 60.13 years; p = 0.001) and more commonly female (63% vs. 40%; p = 0.005). Post-surgical closure was achieved in 86% of all MHs, with a median VA improvement of 15 ETDRS letters (3 Snellen lines). However, secondary MHs had a lower closure rate (67% vs. 89%, p = 0.001) and less VA improvement (2 lines vs. 3 lines, p = 0.001) compared to idiopathic MHs. Significant differences in maximal basal diameter and diameter hole index were noted between the groups. Conclusions Secondary MHs, accounting for 11% of surgical cases, show poorer anatomical and visual outcomes than idiopathic MHs. Despite lower success rates, early surgical intervention in secondary MHs is recommended to enhance outcomes. Differentiating between idiopathic and secondary MHs is crucial for optimal management.
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spelling doaj-art-d1069aadaa674ddeb85680dd5c79c92c2025-08-20T02:17:50ZengBMCInternational Journal of Retina and Vitreous2056-99202024-10-011011810.1186/s40942-024-00597-7Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South IndiaShubham Darade0Rupal Kathare1Ayushi Choudhary2Gaurang Sehgal3Jay Chhablani4Kanika Godani5Naresh Kumar Yadav6Priyanka Gandhi7Prathiba Hande8Rubble Mangla9Vishma Prabhu10Ramesh Venkatesh11Dept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaMedical Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of MedicineDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaDept. of Retina-Vitreous, Narayana NethralayaAbstract Purpose This study aimed to compare demographics, clinical characteristics, and post-surgical outcomes between idiopathic and secondary full-thickness macular holes (MHs). Methods A retrospective analysis of 348 eyes from 339 patients treated between June 2017 and December 2023 was conducted. The study included both idiopathic and secondary MHs, excluding cases where surgery was not performed or lacked sufficient follow-up. Demographic data, visual acuity (VA), ocular characteristics, and optical coherence tomography measurements were analyzed. Results Idiopathic MHs were identified in 308 eyes (89%), and secondary MHs in 40 eyes (11%). Idiopathic MH patients were older (mean age: 68.26 vs. 60.13 years; p = 0.001) and more commonly female (63% vs. 40%; p = 0.005). Post-surgical closure was achieved in 86% of all MHs, with a median VA improvement of 15 ETDRS letters (3 Snellen lines). However, secondary MHs had a lower closure rate (67% vs. 89%, p = 0.001) and less VA improvement (2 lines vs. 3 lines, p = 0.001) compared to idiopathic MHs. Significant differences in maximal basal diameter and diameter hole index were noted between the groups. Conclusions Secondary MHs, accounting for 11% of surgical cases, show poorer anatomical and visual outcomes than idiopathic MHs. Despite lower success rates, early surgical intervention in secondary MHs is recommended to enhance outcomes. Differentiating between idiopathic and secondary MHs is crucial for optimal management.https://doi.org/10.1186/s40942-024-00597-7Macular holeIdiopathicSecondaryOutcomesMacular hole indices
spellingShingle Shubham Darade
Rupal Kathare
Ayushi Choudhary
Gaurang Sehgal
Jay Chhablani
Kanika Godani
Naresh Kumar Yadav
Priyanka Gandhi
Prathiba Hande
Rubble Mangla
Vishma Prabhu
Ramesh Venkatesh
Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India
International Journal of Retina and Vitreous
Macular hole
Idiopathic
Secondary
Outcomes
Macular hole indices
title Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India
title_full Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India
title_fullStr Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India
title_full_unstemmed Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India
title_short Comparative analysis of pre-operative findings and post-operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in South India
title_sort comparative analysis of pre operative findings and post operative outcomes in primary and secondary macular holes at a tertiary eye hospital in south india
topic Macular hole
Idiopathic
Secondary
Outcomes
Macular hole indices
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s40942-024-00597-7
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