Retinal Detachment: Symptoms And Treatment

A retinal detachment is a serious eye condition that requires urgent medical treatment. Without prompt intervention, it can cause permanent sight loss in the affected eye.

For many patients, early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve their vision. When a retinal detachment is missed, or there is an avoidable delay in diagnosis or treatment, the consequences can be life changing for patients and their families.

What is a detached retina?

A detached retina occurs where the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, detaches from its supporting layers. This impacts vision in the affected eye and can lead to permanent vision loss.

Retinal detachment is usually painless and presents with changes in vision in the affected eye.