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How long does a gas bubble stay in the eye after vitrectomy?

I am a 44-year-old male. I want to know how long does a gas bubble stay in the eye after vitrectomy?

3 Answers

Gas bubble can last inside of the eye from 8-10 weeks after surgery.
Depends on the gas used. There is SF6, which lasts about 4 weeks and C3F8 has that lasts longer.
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Usually 5 to 10 days