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The vitreous is a gel-like fluid which fills most of the eye. As people age, this vitreous becomes more and more liquefied. The vitreous has loose attachments to the retina, and more firm attachments to the optic nerve. At some point in a person's life, the vitreous liquefies enough to shift position in the eye. When this occurs, usually between age 50 and 70, the back edge of the vitreous will pull forward away from the retina, leading to a "vitreous detachment". This is generally a normal process, although it may happen abnormally early in cases of high nearsightedness or trauma. As the vitreous detaches, it tugs on the retina. This is perceived as a flash of light, similar to a lightning flash in the corner of the vision. It may occur especially with eye movement, since the vitreous moves in the eye. Debris pulled off of the optic nerve and retina are then seen as floaters, suspended in the vitreous above the retina. Sometimes this is described as a cobweb, a net, a string, or a fly over the vision.
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∙ 12y agoCareful LASER surgery can reattach the retina.
retinopexy
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Which term describes reattachment of a detached retina by using a laser?
Laser trabeculoplasty
Can you tear a retina by lifting weights?
Yes. If the weights are really heavy, exerting yourself that much can detach your retina. Not only weights, any kind of extreme exertion can put enough pressure on the retina to detach it. It isn't that common, though. And in most cases a detached retina can be re-attached.
Can coughing cause a torn or detached retina?
Yes, if the coughing is extreme and consistent for a long duration of time. This tends to put excessive pressure on the retina, thus possibly leading to a tear or detachment.
What is wrinkled retina?
a wrinkled retina is another lay term for Macular Pucker. A thin layer of scar tissue in response to healing the area of irritation. Most likely occurring with normal aging. Rare significant visual damage occurring. Normal traction or pulling of the retina resulting in microscopic damage to its inner surface. All the terms used to describe the fact that there is a layer of thin scar tissue on the surface of the macula which resulting in mechanical wrinklingand distortion of the retina. In most cases no treatment is recommended for macular pucker. Repair of the macular pucker or epiretinal membrane is accomplished through use of vitreoretinal surgery. Go to www.vrmny.com for more info.
What is the sensitive surface of the eye that acts like the film in a camera?
It's actually called the lens, which is in the cornea.
What is the cpt code for repair of a detached retina by means of encircling procedure and including scleral dissection implant cryotherapy and frainage of subretinal fluid?
67107
Is there surgury for blind spots?
Yes, there is a procedure that uses a laser to "tack" a detached retina back onto the eye. That can restore sight in blind spots that result from a detached retina.
What kind of surgery did Sugar Ray Leonard have?
Years ago he had surgery to repair a detached retina.
How does a laser beam repair a retina?
The laser works like a sewing machine to repair a detached retina, the membrane that lines the interior of the eye. The laser beam is adjusted so that it can pass harmlessly through the lens and focus on tiny spots around the damaged area of the retina. When it is focused, the beam has the intensity to "weld" or seal the detached area of the retina back against the wall of the eyeball.
How Much Does Retinal Detachment Treatment Cost?
Retina Detachment Surgery is a procedure that is performed to repair a detached or torn retina. It aims to reattach the retina to the back of the eye, allowing it to regain its normal function. There are different surgical approaches to retinal detachment, and the specific technique used depends on the characteristics and severity of the detachment.
What is retinal detachment surgery?
Retinal detachment surgery is a medical procedure performed to reattach the retina to the back of the eye. This is crucial because a detached retina can lead to vision loss if not promptly treated.
What is a detached retina like?
Painful
What is the definition of retinal detachment?
The retina can become detached by the surgery if this part of the eye has any weakness when the procedure is performed. This may not occur for weeks or months.
Does sugar ray Leonard have a glass eye?
Detached Retina
Can your eye nerves be hurt by a ball?
Yes for example a detached retina.
Which laser treatment is used to rattach a detached retina?
laser retinopexy
Is retinal detachment surgery always necessary?
Yes, in most cases, surgery is necessary to repair a detached retina. Without prompt treatment, retinal detachment can lead to permanent vision loss. Surgery aims to prevent further detachment and restore the normal position of the retina.
