Treatment methods for retinal detachment
Disease description:
Because of the retinal detachment, my eye can no longer see clearly. I'm especially afraid that surgical treatment might be risky and worried it could become much more serious. I would like to know what the treatment options are for retinal detachment.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
The main treatments for retinal detachment include the following:
1. Laser therapy: Used for retinal tears before detachment occurs. It involves using laser burns around the area of retinal tear to create scar tissue that seals the hole. This method is painless and offers good recovery outcomes.
2. Surgical treatment:
- Scleral buckling: Suitable for early-stage, localized retinal detachment. It closes the retinal break and repositions the retina.
- Vitrectomy: Used for more severe cases of retinal detachment, such as those involving proliferative vitreoretinopathy. The procedure involves removing the vitreous gel and injecting gas or silicone oil to reattach the retina.
3. Cryotherapy: Involves freezing the damaged area of the retina to stimulate scar formation and seal the break.
