[Transscleral magnetic fixation of the retina in complicated retinal detachment. A preliminary report of our experiences].

The authors describe a new technique for transscleral fixation of a detached retina. A small metal pin is brought into contact with the surface of the retina and is held in position by an extraocular magnet. This technique has been used successfully on three patients with giant tears and with large retinotomies as a preparation for silicone oil injection. In comparison with other fixation methods it was found to be relatively easy, and the incidence of trauma was low.