Posterior vitreous detachment Flashcards
1
Q
What is poster vitreous detachment?
A
When vitreous humour detaches from the retina
Caused by vitreous humour becoming less firm with age so less likely to keep itself pressed onto the retina
2
Q
What do you need to rule out when thinking about posterior vitreous detachment?
A
Retinal detachment
2
Q
Presentation of posterior vitreous detachment?
A
Asymptomatic, or..
Painless floaters, flashing lights, blurred vision
3
Q
Complications of posterior vitreous detachment?
A
Retinal tears
Retinal detachment
