A full-thickness macular hole is when there is a small gap that opens in the center part of the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of the eye). Following surgical repair of these holes, patients have to lie face down for a number of days and nights. The exact amount of time necessary to position is however unknown. The goal of this randomized feasibility clinical trial is to compare 3 days and nights of face-down positioning to 7 days and nights of face-down positioning following pars plana vitrectomy surgery for full-thickness macular holes on key patient outcomes. This study will be a feasibility study to better inform a future larger clinical trial. Additionally, this investigation will be examining the rates of macular hole closure, patient visual acuity following surgery, patient quality of life, patient compliance, and complication rates.
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Recruitment Rate
Timeframe: The recruitment rate will be calculated during the recruitment period.
Retention Rate
Timeframe: The retention rate will be calculated at 3-months post-operatively.
Completion Rate
Timeframe: The completion rate will be calculated at 3-months post-operatively.
Recruitment Time
Timeframe: The recruitment time will be calculated during the recruitment period.