What are the causes of retinal detachment?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been noticing dark shadows floating in my vision, and my eyesight has also slightly deteriorated. After visiting the hospital for an examination, the doctor mentioned that it might be retinal detachment. I'm very concerned and would like to know what causes retinal detachment. Exactly what conditions can lead to retinal detachment?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Retinal detachment mainly occurs due to abnormalities in the tissue connecting the retina to the wall of the eye, causing the retina to slip from its normal position. This condition can be triggered by various factors:
1. Eye diseases: Such as lattice degeneration, cystoid degeneration, and retinal holes. These conditions cause the retina to gradually thin or develop structural abnormalities, leading to detachment.
2. Vitreous traction: Eye trauma, intraocular surgery, or proliferative diabetic retinopathy may cause the vitreous to pull on the retina, resulting in detachment.
3. High myopia: Patients with high myopia have elongated eye axes and thinner retinas, making them more susceptible to retinal detachment.
4. Ocular trauma: Direct or indirect physical injuries to the eye, such as impacts or surgeries, can also cause retinal detachment.
5. Genetic factors: Conditions such as familial retinoschisis can increase the likelihood of retinal detachment.
If left untreated, retinal detachment may lead to permanent vision loss.
