retinal detachment Flashcards
1
Q
risk factors for retinal detachment
A
thinning of retina
posterior vitreous detachment
trauma
diabetic retinopathy
retinal malignancy
FH
2
Q
presentation of retinal detachment
A
peripheral vision loss- sudden shadow
blurred or distorted vision
flashes and floaters
3
Q
management of retinal detachment
A
retinal tears -laser therapy
cryotherapy
detachment - surgery
vitrectomy
scleral buckling
pneumatic retinopexy
