Objective To inverstingate the effect of perfluorohexyloctane(F6H8)to the retina of rabbit eyes. Methods Fifteen vitrectomized New Zealand white rabbits were injectedF6H8(experiment group,12 rabbits ) and BSS(control group,3 rabbits) into vitreous cavity.Slit-lamp biomicroscopy and indirect ophthalmoscopy were performed pre- and postoperatively in all the eyes.Histopathological examination was done after the rabbits were sacrificed at the end of the study. Results A large clear balb was formed after intravitreal injection of theF6H8 in the vitreous was injected and no retinal detachment and cataract were found.The OPL was edematous and then thinned out in 4th week in experimental group.Degenerating cells was found in inner and outer nuclear layers.Cellular vaculoar degeneration was present in TEM. ConclusionF6H8 in vitreous cavity may cause significant side effects on retina,we could not recommend it to be used as an intraocular temponade.
