Devices used in Retinal Detachment Surgery
Depending on the type of procedure a retinal photocoagulation laser device and a laser indirect ophthalmoscope device is used.
The retina is a light sensitive membrane, which is located at the back of the eye. When light passes through the eye, the lens focuses the image onto the retina and the retina converts the image to signals that are sent to the brain via the optic nerves. Retina works with the cornea, lens and other parts of the eye to create the visions in the brain.
Retinal detachment happens when the retina separates from the back of the eye. Retinal detachment can cause partial or complete vision loss depending on the amount of retina detached. Retinal detachment is a medical emergency and when it occurs the cells may be deprived of oxygen. Untreated or delayed treatment can result in permanent vision loss.
There are 3 types of retinal detachment
Risk factors for Retinal detachment to occur include
Usually when there is a Retinal detachment there is no sign of pain but there are some symptoms such as
In most cases of retinal detachment a surgery is needed. There are various types of surgeries available
Photocoagulation – if there is a hole or tear in the retina but the retina is still attached a photocoagulation (laser) will be used. The laser burns around the tear area and the resulting scarring affixes the retina to the back of the eye.
Cryopexy – a freezing probe is applied to the tear site and the resulting scarring will help the retina in place. The eye will be numbed using eye drops.
Pneumatic Retinopexy – repairs minor detachments. A gas bubble will be put in the eye to help the retina move back into place. A laser will be used to seal the holes.
Scleral Buckling – pushes the wall of the eye into the retina to get it back into place.
Vitrectomy – this technique is used for larger tear sites. The procedure includes anesthesia and is done on an outpatient basis. Small tools are used to remove the scar tissue and fluid from the retina and then the retina is put back into place.
• Patients must take medication prescribed by the ophthalmologist correctly and on time
• Patients must rest and activity must be limited for a week after the surgery
• Eye patch will be necessary and kept at night whilst sleeping
• Driving is not allowed until vision is stabilized
• Patients can return to work after 2 weeks from the surgery depending on the recovery
There is a small possibility of complications occurring even though they are very rare as the success of the surgery is about 90%. The possible complications are
• Bleeding
• More holes in the retina
• Bruising
• Glaucoma
• Cataract
• Double vision
• Allergy to anesthetic or medication
• Infection
Optic nerve – the paired nerve that transmits visual info from the retina to the brain
Retina – the inner coat of the eye
Cornea – transparent part of the eye covering the iris and pupil
The patient will attend a consultation with the ophthalmologist and will be advised about the procedure and their condition. The patient will then be taken through a couple of tests that are required before the treatment. If desired, patients can spend the day to rest and attend the clinic the next day.
Retinal Detachment Surgery will be performed. The duration of the surgery depends on the surgery and technique used by the ophthalmologist. The surgery is usually done under local anesthetic using a retinal photocoagulation laser device and a laser indirect ophthalmoscope depending on the type of treatment performed. Once the surgery is over and the patient is feeling better, they are then able to return to their settlement.
Patients will attend a post surgery check up and consultation. If they are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and the surgery results were all successful; the patients are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to go back to their normal routine.
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Retinal detachment is the surgery to place the detached retina back into its place. There are 3 types of retinal detachment
The surgery is done in various ways such as
Photocoagulation – if there is a hole or tear in the retina but the retina is still attached a photocoagulation (laser). The laser burns around the tear area and the resulting scarring affixes the retina to the back of the eye.
Cryopexy – a freezing probe is applied to the tear site and the resulting scarring will help the retina in place. The eye will be numbed using eye drops.
Pneumatic Retinopexy – repairs minor detachments. A gas bubble will be put in the eye to help the retina move back into place. A laser will be used to seal the holes.
Scleral Buckling – pushes the wall of the eye into the retina to get it back into place.
Vitrectomy – Small tools are used to remove the scar tissue and fluid from the retina and then the retina is put back into place.
The duration of the surgery depends on the surgery and technique used by the ophthalmologist.
The surgery is usually done on an outpatient basis so the patient is sent home a few hours after the surgery.
The recommended stay in Turkey for Retinal Detachment surgery is 2-3 days including consultation before the surgery and after the surgery.
The surgery can be done on both males and females who are mentally and psychically stable and have a detached retina.
Patients are able to return to work after 3 weeks from the surgery.
Just like every surgery there is a slight risk of complications to occur such as
Devices used in Retinal Detachment Surgery
Depending on the type of procedure a retinal photocoagulation laser device and a laser indirect ophthalmoscope device is used.
Operation | Price | Stay in hospital | Stay in Turkey |
Retinal Detachment | Please fill in a form to learn about the pricing. |
The surgery is done on an outpatient basis |
2-3 Days |
Hi,
My daughter suffers from sticker syndrome type1 and is visually impaired. She has vitreous detachment in her left eye and minor in right eye. I want to get retinal cryopexy for both eyes and how much it will cost.
Dear Farah,
We need you to send her data via info@medicturkey.com or whatsapp number +90 542 472 03 63. We will get back to you with the doctors advice.
Kind regards,
I am a 32 yrs old man , i had an accident in the eye with the fire work in January, after that i was treated at a hospital they cleaned the blood in my eye and then they had to put oil in , but my retina was detached and i did lose vision i can see blur and dark , i need to know is there something to repair the retina or something like a retina transplant ?
Dear Akhmad,
Could you send us your OCT and retina check reports please.
Our doctors have to check everything to able to advise on what we can do.
We are working with one of the best eye surgeons in Turkey so we will try to do anything possible.
It would be best if you can travel have the consultations here.
Kind regards,
My father have subit un trauma a in the eye and have lost 50 % of vision doctor seds that because the shock subited 3 years before the retina have start to detache and before 2 months the detachet retina have arrived in the functionary retina so he can see the black wiew in 50 % of the vision please can you give me a price of the surgery depending of gass silicone oil or ring
Best regards!
Dear Almarin,
We have contacted you via email. We gave you an approximate price with the quote you sent. But doctors have to see the patient or you have to send more data for a more precise price.
Hope you father recovers and starts to see better soon.
Kind regards,