Dr. Rakesh Verma
MBBS, MS, DNB (Ophthalmology)
5.0/524 Years Experience
Centre for Sight, Delhi
Ophthalmology
Retinal Detachment Treatment
Retinal detachment is a sight-threatening emergency where the retina pulls away from its supporting tissue. Immediate surgery is required to prevent permanent blindness — the success rate is over 90% if treated within 24–72 hours.
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About Retinal Detachment Treatment
Symptoms
Sudden appearance of floaters · Flashes of light · A dark curtain or shadow over part of vision · Sudden blurred vision · Loss of side vision
Diagnosis
Dilated fundus examination is the key test. B-scan ultrasound is used if fundus view is poor. OCT confirms macular involvement.
Treatment
Pneumatic Retinopexy, Scleral Buckling, or Vitrectomy depending on type. Performed under local or general anesthesia. Hospital stay 1 day, recovery in 4–6 weeks. Specific head positioning may be needed for 1–2 weeks.
End-to-end support, included
Doctor consult, hospital admission, insurance paperwork, surgery, post-op follow-up — your care manager handles everything.
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- Hospital and insurance pre-approval
- Cashless paperwork at NABH hospitals
- 30-day post-surgery follow-up
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