Can the retina still detach after retinal surgery?

Generally, whether retinal detachment may recur after retinal surgery depends on the surgical outcome and postoperative care. Specific details are as follows:

If all retinal breaks were completely sealed during surgery and the retina has successfully reattached, and if the patient strictly follows medical advice afterward, recurrence is unlikely. Such patients should avoid strenuous activities, attend regular follow-up appointments, maintain good eye hygiene, and ideally have no high-risk factors such as severe myopia or diabetes. Under these conditions, the retina remains stably attached to the inner wall of the eye, with a very low risk of re-detachment.

However, if not all retinal breaks were fully sealed during surgery or if postoperative care is inadequate, retinal detachment may recur. In some cases, multiple retinal breaks may have been missed, or patients may engage in heavy physical labor or rub their eyes too soon after surgery, leading to the retina separating from the eye wall again. Symptoms such as sudden vision loss or visual field obstruction may appear, requiring further treatment.

To prevent recurrent retinal detachment, patients should strictly adhere to their doctor's postoperative instructions and undergo regular ophthalmic examinations to detect and address any issues promptly. If symptoms such as decreased vision, increased flashes of light, or more floating shadows appear, immediate medical attention is necessary.