Retinal detachment occurs when the two layers of the retina, the sensory retina and the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE), become separated from each other. Retinal detachment can lead to severe vision loss or blindness.
Although retinal detachment can occur at any age, it is most common in older adults.
When a retinal detachment occurs, the person may notice:
Warning signs that a person may soon have a retinal detachment include:
Retinal detachment may require immediate surgery to prevent permanent vision loss. Surgery can repair most retinal detachments and restore good vision in many cases.
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