Retinal detachment is a disorder of the eye in which the retina peels away from its underlying layer of support tissue.
Causes
The retina is a thin layer of nerve cells that lines the inside of the eye. It is sensitive to light (like the film in a camera). Retina detaches when it has one or more holes, which caus fluid passing underneath them, thus separating retina from the supporting and nourishing tissues underneath. Small blood vessels might also be bleeding into the vitreous (the jelly-like substance in the center of the eye), which might cause further clouding of the vision. Without treatment, a retinal detachment can lead to blindness in the affected eye.
Most retinal detachments occur as a natural ageing process in the eye. Anyone can develop a retinal detachment at any time, but certain people are at higher risk than others. These include people who are short sighted, those who have had cataract surgery in the past, and those who have recently suffered a severe direct blow to the eye. Some types of retinal detachments can run in families, but these are rare.
Treatments & Suggestions
Retinal Detachment treatment involves surgery to seal the retinal holes and reattach the retina.
It is always classified as a medical emergency when retinal detachment occurs. Permanent damage may happen if the detachment is not repaired within 24–72 hours.
