Is retinal detachment surgery always necessary?

What is the likelihood of success in retinal cryopexy?

For retinal reattachments, the retina can be repaired in about 90% of cases. Early treatment almost always improves the vision of most patients with retinal detachment.

Does surgery always result in arthritis?

No, surgery does not always result in arthritis.

Is sleep necessary before an operation?

No it's not always necessary and it depends how long the operation is for. The better health (mind, body and spirit) the person is in the better chances they will have in surgery. To be honest anyone that is about to have surgery wouldn't have that calm a nights sleep unless they were in hospital and the nurse gave them a sleeping pill.

Does cataract surgery cause iritis?

Actually, there is always iritis after cataract surgery. This is simply part of the natural healing response of the eye. Cataract surgeons grade this on a scale of "trace" to "4+." With the standard post-op drops this usually resolves completely by four to eight weeks after surgery. However, certain conditions (such as diabetes) can result in a longer course of inflammation. Sometimes, however, the iris is damaged during cataract surgery. Iris trauma can result from conditions that affect the dilation of the pupil (such as pseudoexfoliation and use certain medications). Anyone taking Tamsulosin (aka Flomax) or drugs like it should tell their eye surgeon as these drugs are associated with a condition known as Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrom (IFIS) that can increase the risk of iris damage, capsular rupture, retinal detachment, etc. If the surgeon is made aware of the use of this drug before surgery, s/he can often take extra precautions to limit the risks during surgery.

What causes a bright spot in the direct line of vision?

They vary in cause, but sometimes they are caused by dead blood cells clumping in the vitreous fluid around your eye. Sometimes though they can be caused by retinal detachment. But this is not likely, because retinal detachment is very rare.

Should I have surgery for my herniated disc?

Usually the problem has to be pretty severe before surgery is considered. When it comes to back surgery, you always have three alternatives: the pain and discomfort gets better, the pain and discomfort stays the same, or the pain and discomfort get worse. That only gives you a one in three chance of the situation improving, so get a second opinion to make sure that surgery is really necessary.

Could you die from plastic surgery?

It is always possible to die during any surgery.

What is the side effect of laser surgery on cataract?

While laser cataract surgery is generally safe, like any procedure, it can have side effects. Some common ones include temporary discomfort or blurry vision immediately after the surgery. In rare cases, patients may experience swelling, increased eye pressure, or retinal detachment. These risks are usually low, and most patients recover fully with proper care. Always consult with an eye care professional to understand the risks and benefits.

Retinal detachment repair?

DefinitionRetinal detachment repair is eye surgery to place a detached retina back into its normal position.A detached retina means the light-sensitive tissue in the back of the eye has separated from its supporting layers.Alternative NamesScleral buckling; Vitrectomy; Pneumatic retinopexy; Laser retinopexyDescriptionMost detachment repair operations are urgent. A detached retina lacks oxygen, which causes cells in the area to die. This can lead to blindness.If holes in the retina are found before a detachment occurs, an opthalmologist can close the holes using a laser. This is usually done in the doctor's office.If the retina has just started to separate, a procedure called pneumatic retinopexy may be done to repair it. Pneumatic retinopexy (gas bubble placement) is also usually an office procedure. The health care provider injects a bubble of gas into your eye. You will be positioned so the gas floats up against the hole in the retina and pushes it back into place. The surgeon will use a laser to permanently seal the hole.More severe detachments require more advanced surgery. The following procedures are done in a hospital or outpatient surgery center:The scleral buckle method bends the wall of the eye inward so that it meets the hole in the retina. Scleral buckling can be done under local or general anesthesia.The vitrectomy procedure uses very small instruments inside the eye to pull the retina forward. Most vitrectomies are done under local anesthesia.For some complex detachments, both procedures may be done during the same operation.Why the Procedure Is PerformedRetinal detachments do not improve without treatment. Repair is necessary to prevent permanent vision loss.The urgency of the surgery depends on the location of the detachment. If the detachment has not affected the central vision area (the macula), surgery should be done quickly, usually the same day. This is necessary to prevent further detachment of the retina.If the macula detaches, the surgery can still be done, but the vision result will not be as good. If the macula has already detached, there is less urgency. Surgeons can wait a week to 10 days to schedule surgery.RisksRisks for retinal detachment surgery may include:Detachment not completely fixed (may require additional surgeries)Increase in eye pressure (elevated intraocular pressure)BleedingInfectionGeneral anesthesia may be required. The risks for any anesthesia are:Reactions to medicationsProblems breathingAfter the ProcedureThe chances of successful reattachment of the retina depend on the number of holes, their size, and whether there is scar tissue in the area.Most of the time, the retina can be reattached with only one operation, although some people need several surgeries. Less than 10% of detachments cannot be repaired. Failure to repair the retina always leads to poor or no vision in the eye.After surgery, the quality of vision depends on where the detachment occurred:If the central area of vision was not involved, vision will usually be very good.If the central area of vision was involved for less than 1 week, vision will usually be improved, but not 20/20 (normal).If the central area of vision was detached for a long time, vision will return, but it will not be sharp.Outlook (Prognosis)The procedures usually do not require an overnight hospital stay.You will need to limit activities for some time.If the doctor repaired the retina using the gas bubble procedure, you must keep your head face down or turned to one side for several weeks. It is important to maintain this position so the gas bubble pushes the retina in place. Patients with a gas bubble in the eye may not fly.ReferencesYanoff M, Duker JS, Augsburger JJ, et al. Ophthalmology. 2nd ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2004:786-791.Costarides AP. Elevated intraocular pressure following vitreoretinal surgery. Ophthalmol Clin North Am. 2004;17(4):507-512.

Where was the Davey Institute of Tree Surgery located?

The Davey Institute of Tree Surgery was always located in Kent, Ohio

If a boxer puppie has surgery can it die?

When ever a dog or puppy has surgery, there is always a chance it can die. Thanks ERIC

What is the definition of oculocentric?

Direction associated with a particular retinal point. It is always perceived in the same direction if the light is received by the same retinal receptor. The capacity of a receptor to distinguish its excitation from that of its neighbours is referred to as local sign (or Lotze's local sign). This characteristic means that each retinal receptor has a unique oculocentric direction.Reference: Millodot: Dictionary of Optometry and Visual Science, 7th edition. © 2009 Butterworth-Heinemann