Detached Retina (Video)
Retinal detachment is a serious condition requiring immediate attention. This helpful video from the American Academy of Ophthalmology will help answer questions and explain common eye diseases and treatments.
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Floaters & Flashes and Retinal Detachment
When clumps of cells form inside the vitreous, they cast shadows called floaters. When vitreous gel rubs or pulls at the retina, flashes occur. Floaters and flashes are more common as we reach middle age, or they can be a sign of a serious problem called retinal detachment. Get more information at http://www.geteyesmart.org. -
What is scleral buckle surgery?
Scleral buckle surgery is one treatment for retinal detachemnt. A band, often made of silicone, is put around the eye and sewn in place. The band gently squeezes the eye, keeping the layers of the eye together and giving the retina a chance to reattach to the wall of the eye.
To learn more about treating retinal detachment, eye health and how to take care of your vision, visit EyeSmart, from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/detached-torn-retina-treatment
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Pneumatic Retinopexy for Detached Retina
In this procedure, a gas bubble is injected into the vitreous space inside the eye in combination with laser surgery or cryotherapy. The gas bubble pushes the retinal tear into place against the back wall of the eye. Sometimes this procedure can be done in the ophthalmologist’s office. Your ophthalmologist will ask you to constantly maintain a certain head position for several days. The gas bubble will gradually disappear.
To learn more about treating retinal detachment, eye health and how to take care of your vision, visit EyeSmart, from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/detached-torn-retina-treatment
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Vitrectomy Surgery for Detached Retina
With vitrectomy surgery, the vitreous gel that is pulling on the retina is removed and replaced with a gas bubble. Over time, fluid naturally replaces this gas bubble. In some cases, silicon oil is used instead of gas, in which case a second surgery is usually needed to remove the oil. Get more information at http://www.geteyesmart.org.
