Retina Decollement
What is Retinal Detachment?
Retinal detachment develops due to tears or perforations in the retina. It is often seen in patients with high myopia. It can happen at any age, especially in middle age and older.
The retinal layer stretches as the anteroposterior diameter of the eye increases, and the tension zone on it begins to thin and deteriorate. In some hereditary or degenerative diseases, as well as infections, thinning and deterioration can occur around the retina. At the same time, for the same reasons, the vitreous body begins to lose its homogeneity and deteriorate, the consistency of the body changes and it gradually separates from the retina. This separation is called vitreous detachment. At the same time, the tissue of the vitreous body, which is wrinkled and, in some places, becomes opaque, is perceived by a person as flies or a smoke screen when it passes through the visual axis in the eye. If retinal detachment is not treated promptly, it can lead to partial or complete loss of vision.
What Are the Causes and Symptoms of Retinal Detachment?
If left untreated, retinal diseases can lead to permanent blindness.
The main symptoms of retinal detachment are:
- Flashes of light,
- Flying flies,
- Sudden loss of vision.
- These symptoms may be a sign of a retinal detachment.
What is the Treatment Process for Retinal Detachment?
It is possible to prevent the consequences of loss of vision with an early diagnosis for the treatment of retinal detachment, detailed examination, and timely and, most importantly, correct treatment. Retinal surgeries are sensitive surgeries that require serious sterilization measures and the use of the latest technology, otherwise, the result may be vision loss.
Central vision is lost when the macula (the visual center of the eye) separates from the underlying tissue. With prolonged detachments, intraocular balances deteriorate and the eyeball begins to decrease. Sudden hard or penetrating blows to the eye can cause detachment. In diabetes and some degenerative diseases, traction detachments can develop due to the formation of strands that pull the retina into the vitreous body. In rare cases, detachment of the eye can develop without tearing, with certain infections, tumors, or especially with pressure crises that occur during pregnancy.
What is the recovery Process After Retinal Detachment Surgery?
The patient can return to daily life 7-10 days after the operation. After surgery for retinal detachment, complete recovery of vision is observed within 1-2 months. After the operation, follow-up examinations are carried out at intervals determined by the doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Hemorrhage in the Eye After Retinal Detachment Surgery?
Blurred vision and hemorrhage in the eye are possible conditions after retinal treatment. This situation will improve completely in the healing process. Therefore, you can not worry in case of a hemorrhage in the eye after the surgery.
How Long Does Retinal Detachment Surgery Lasts?(H3)
The retinal detachment surgery lasts approximately 20-30 minutes.
Does Retinal Detachment Recur?
Retinal detachment is a detachment of the inner surface of the eyeball. Many factors influence this. Recurrence of the cured detachment is possible.
Prepared by the Dünyagöz Hospital Editorial Board.
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Last Update Date: 30.01.2023
