Retinal Detachment is where the thin layer of cells that lines the inside of the back of the eye (retina) develops a tear and starts losing its adhesion to the underlying eyewall tissues and blood supply.
The retina loses function when detached because nutrients cannot reach the retina.
A Retinal Detachment is a serious condition and may result in permanent loss of vision or even blindness unless treated promptly.
Retinal tears are small breaks or openings in the retina. They can occur for various reasons, such as trauma, aging, or other eye conditions. If left untreated, a retinal tear can progress to a retinal detachment, where the entire retina becomes detached from the underlying layers of the eye.
Anyone can develop a Retinal Detachment at any time. However, some people are more at risk of the condition. Predisposing factors for Retinal Detachment include:
Patients who have developed a Retinal Detachment in one eye are also at increased risk in their other eye.
If weak areas of the retina or retinal tears are discovered in the fellow eye, preventive laser treatment may be necessary to reduce the risk to the alternate eye.
Most patients observe a change in their vision.
Early symptoms of Retinal Detachment are when a patient notices:
These symptoms do not always mean a Retinal Detachment is present. However, you should see your ophthalmologist as soon as possible.
Sometimes, your ophthalmologist discovers a Retinal Detachment during a routine Eye Examination.
The treatment approach for retinal tears and detachment depends on the severity and type of the condition:
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