Disease Information
Eyes are the windows to the soul, but vision may be affected by ageing, injury, congenital problems, etc. Ophthalmologists are responsible for diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the visual system, as well as education of patients about proper caring of the eyes.
Retinal detachment
What is retinal detachment
The retina is a layer of photoreceptor cells in the eyeball. When breaks are present in the retina, vitreous humour liquefies and flows into them, causing the retina to float. Vitreous degeneration may also be a cause of the disease.
Impact on patients
Significant decline in vision, blindness, etc.
Diagnosis methods
Fundus examination.
Treatment methods
Surgery, laser therapy, etc.