EpiskleralElektroden

Episklerale Elektroden, sometimes referred to as episcleral electrodes, are medical devices used in ophthalmology, particularly during eye surgery. These small, flexible electrodes are designed to be placed on the surface of the sclera, the white outer layer of the eye. Their primary function is to record or stimulate electrical activity within the eye.

The most common application of episklerale elektroden is in the surgical management of retinal detachment. During procedures like scleral buckling, these electrodes can be used to monitor the electrical response of the retina to different stimuli. This helps surgeons confirm the precise location of the detached retina and assess the success of the repair. By detecting changes in the electroretinogram (ERG) through these electrodes, surgeons can gain real-time feedback on retinal function.

Beyond retinal detachment repair, episklerale elektroden may also find use in other ophthalmic surgical contexts where precise monitoring of retinal electrical activity is beneficial. Their non-invasive placement on the sclera allows for electrophysiological assessment without direct contact with the delicate retinal tissues. The development and refinement of these electrodes have contributed to improved surgical outcomes and a better understanding of ocular electrophysiology.