A small opening in the retina was created over the large cysts by endodiathermy. The contents were aspirated using a 25-gauge soft-tipped cannula, with visible extrusion of the yellow lipid exudates through the retinotomy. Credit: UC Davis Health Surgical drainage of large macular cysts in a patient with Coats disease resulted in an immediate resolution of edema and a gradual resolution of lipid exudates over one year. However, visual recovery was limited due to the chronic nature of the condition. Earlier surgical intervention, in some cases, may allow for visual Read More