Do long-term follow-up results of pars plana vitrectomy for diabetic macular edema?
The results indicate that the improvement in the BCVA is attained by 12 months postvitrectomy, and is maintained for at least 24 months. The reduction in RT can be maintained for up to 24 months. The results also indicate that vitrectomy should be performed when the preoperative BCVA is >0.05 at worst.
Smoking is common among Sri Lankan males and is associated with lower education, income, and middle age.