Retinal Detachment

Question 1

what is a retinal detachment?

Answer 1

retina separates from the choroid

Question 2

risk factors for retinal detachment

Answer 2

posterior vitreous detachment
DM
trauma
age
FH

Question 3

presentation of retinal detachment

Answer 3

painless loss of vision
sudden onset flashes/floaters
curtain coming down for longer than 5 minutes if partial

Question 4

what vision is lost if inferior detachment?

Answer 4

superior visual loss

Question 5

management of retinal tears

Answer 5

create adhesion with laser or cryotherapy to prevent detachment

Question 6

management of retinal detachment

Answer 6

vitrectomy