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The Changing View of Retina Surgery
3D systems have been developed to provide a digital stereoscopic view of the surgical field free from the constraints of microscope eyepieces using either a large high-definition display screen or head-mounted display (HMD) units. 3D heads-up surgery offers benefits in ergonomics, efficiency, reduction in light exposure, and 3D visualization for all members of the surgical team. The systems carry risks of latency, surgical field limitations, color or image distortion, learning curve delay, peripheral viewing difficulty, and the cost and logistics of implementation. Interested surgeons should weigh these advantages and limitations before investing in a specific system.
