Treatment depends on configuration of retinal detachment multiple options like pneumatic retinopexy, scleral buckling, vitrectomy are available but type of RD and associated pathology decide the choice of surgery.
Retinal detachment(RD) can happen to anyone at any age, however it is more common over the age of 40. It is commonly seen in people who had cataract surgery, myopia, eye injury, family history of RD, had RD in other eyes.
Detachment is more likely to occur if the other eye has the condition (such as lattice degeneration) associated with retinal detachment in the first eye. If only one eye suffers a serious injury or requires eye surgery then, of course, the chance of detachment in the other eye is less.
If u have sudden flashes or floaters consult your ophthalmologist immediately. I f you are have high myopia or if you have a family history of retinal problems be sure to have your eye examined regularly. Always wear safety eyewear during sports and other hazardous activities
It is a condition in which part of the retina is lifted or pulled from its normal position, and causes vision loss. If not treated leads to blindness. Therefore, retinal detachment is always considered an emergency