Retinal Detachment Repair
What is Retinal Detachment Repair?
Retinal detachment repair is a surgical procedure to reattach the retina—the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that plays a crucial role in vision. Retinal detachment occurs when the retina is pulled away from its normal position, disrupting vision and potentially leading to permanent blindness if not treated promptly.
How to diagnose Retinal Detachment Repair? When to consult a doctor?
Repairing retinal detachment usually involves surgical procedures, and diagnosis of whether the repair was successful is typically made through a combination of clinical evaluation and imaging studies.
You should consult a doctor if:
- Sudden Appearance of Floaters
- Flashes of Light (Photopsia)
- Shadow or Curtain Over Vision
- Blurry or Distorted Vision
- Loss of Peripheral Vision
- Previous Eye Injuries or Surgeries
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Causes
- Retinal Tears or Holes
- Aging (Posterior Vitreous Detachment)
- Severe Myopia (Nearsightedness)
- Previous Eye Surgery
- Eye Injury or Trauma
- Family History
- Diabetic Retinopathy
Symptoms
- Flashes of Light
- Floaters
- Shadow or Curtain Over Vision
- Blurred or Distorted Vision
- Loss of Peripheral Vision
Frequently Asked Questions
Recovery involves avoiding heavy lifting and strenuous activities, and patients may need to position their head in a specific way to help the retina reattach. Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to monitor healing.
Risks may include bleeding, infection, cataract formation, and incomplete reattachment of the retina, which may require additional procedures.
Treatment options include laser surgery (photocoagulation), cryotherapy (freezing treatment), pneumatic retinopexy (injection of gas), and vitrectomy (removal of the vitreous gel).
