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Overview, Types
Overview
Retinal detachment is the separation of the retina from the choroid, a membrane dense with blood vessels that is located between the retina and the sclera ("white" of the eye). The retina is a thin layer of light sensitive tissue that lines the back portion of the eye. When the retina detaches, it is deprived of its blood supply and source of nourishment and loses its ability to function. This can impair vision to the point of blindness. Incidence and Prevalence Retinal det...Read the full article 
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