Vitrectomy Surgery for Detached Retina
Vitrectomy is one treatment for a detached retina. The vitreous - the clear liquid in the middle of the eye - is removed and replaced with gas or silicone oil that holds the retina in place against the wall of they eye. The tears or weak areas are then treated by freezing or laser pulses.
To learn more about treating retinal detachment, eye health and how to take care of your vision, visit EyeSmart, from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseas...
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