Evaluation of primary internal limiting membrane peeling in cases with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.

Background: Epiretinal membranes (ERMs) have been reported after pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD). Peeling of the internal limiting membrane (ILM) can prevent post-PPV ERM formation but has a potential negative impact on macular structure and function.

Purpose: To investigate the anatomical and functional outcomes of ILM peeling during PPV for primary RRD.