Retinal Detachment

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Treatment

Surgical treatment for retinal detachment depends on type, severity, and location of the detachment. Risks include infection, bleeding, cataract development, and increased pressure inside the eye. However, without intervention, retinal detachment usually causes permanent partial vision loss or blindness.


The retina can be repaired in about 90% of cases. Approximately 33% of patients with a successfully reattached retina have excellent vision within 6 months of surgery. Others a...Read the full article