A laser or surgery is usually used to repair a retinal tear, hole or detachment. Your ophthalmologist will discuss the risks and benefits of your treatment options with you. Together, you can determine a suitable treatment.
When a retinal tear or hole has not progressed to a retinal detachment, your ophthalmologist may suggest an outpatient procedure to seal the tear or hole to prevent retinal detachment.
If your retina has detached, surgical procedures will be required to repair it. The specifics of your retinal detachment will determine which approach your ophthalmologist recommends.
With modern therapy, over 90% of those with a retinal detachment can be successfully treated with one procedure, although sometimes a second operation may be required. The degree of vision that returns after successful surgery will vary depending on the extent and duration of the retinal detachment.
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