Retinal Detachment

Question 1

What is the retina responsible for

Answer 1

transmitting information to the brain

Question 2

What does Retinal Detachment mean

Answer 2

Separation of retina from epithelium

Question 3

Pathophysiology of Retinal Detachment

Answer 3

build up behind the retina, which pushes retina away from the back of the eye and causes detachment

Question 4

S/S of Retinal Detachment

Answer 4

• painless sensation of a “curtain” being pulled over the visual field
• floaters
• flashing lights

Question 5

Treatment for Retinal Detachment

Answer 5

emergency surgery repair