Purpose: In this study, authors describe a new surgical technique for the treatment of refractory DME. The technique consists of vitrectomy with ILM peeling with subretinal injection of Ranibizumab.~Methods: This is a prospective interventional non-comparative study including patients with refractory DME. Included patients were subjected to the new surgical technique of pars plana vitrectomy with sub-retinal injection of Ranibizumab.
The best treatment strategy for refractory DME is not known, options include switching between anti-VEGF agents, corticosteroids, and vitrectomy. In this study, authors describe a new surgical technique for the treatment of refractory non tractional DME. The technique consists of vitrectomy with ILM peeling with subretinal injection of Ranibizumab.