Question 1

can anterior vitreous detachment occur before pvd? does it reduce the retinal risks assoc with cataract surgery? symptoms other than floaters?

Accepted Answer

Same risk of RD: The anterior hyaloid face is juxtaposed to the posterior  capsule of  the  lens. The vitreous base is adjacent to the ora serrata. Any anterior segment trauma, including complicated cataract surgery, can cause either of these regions of the vitreous to involute before the posterior vitreous.  Changes in the vitreous composition account for the high rate of pvd.  Retinal tears cause the rd.

Question 2

i have been diagnosed with a partial vitreous detachment. how long will it take to progress to full vitreous detachment and are there any concerns?

Accepted Answer

: Vitreous separation (sometimes termed detachment) is a natural process in which the vitreous gel separates from the underlying retina and in the process converts to a dense syrup rather than a gel. This is a very slow process taking decades and usually is asymptomatic. The only concern is the rare event where the vitreous edge is attached to the underlying retina causing a hole -retinal detachment

Question 3

what is posterior vitreous detachment?

Accepted Answer

See below: A posterior vitreous detachment is a condition of the eye in which the vitreous humour separates from the retina.
Broadly speaking, the condition is common for older adults and over 75% of those over the age of 65 develop it. Although less common among people in their 40s or 50s, the condition is not rare for those individuals. Some research has found that the condition is more common among women.

Question 4

what are the consequences of having posterior vitreous detachment?

Accepted Answer

Floaters: The vitreous detaches from the back of the eye as a normal aging process.  Usually without symptoms, but sometimes you may experience new floaters, some light flashes and a cellophaney view from the eye. Most are benign, although floaters can be annoying, but the symptoms are similar to those of retinal detachment so it is best to have an ophthalmologist assess this.

Question 5

how do you diagnose  retinal tears and vitreous detachment ?

Accepted Answer

Dilated exam: A dilated eye examination can reveal these problems. Eye drops are used to stop the pupil from constricting when light is shone into them. This helps the doctor get a good view of the entire retina to check for these sorts of problems.

Question 6

regular floater or vitreous detachment?

Accepted Answer

Both: Floaters are cellular debris intertwined with the gel filling the space in the back of the eye (the vitreous).  A few can enter the visual space and be seen and are usually benign.  As you and your vitreous age, the vitreous can peel off the retina carrying with it some debris and causing light flashes.  Since this overlaps with retinal detachment in symptoms, see your ophthalmologist quickly.

Question 7

is vitreous detachment similar to retinal detachment?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A retinal detachment needs to repair surgically otherwise your eye sight would be bad, a vitreous detachment is when the fluid in the back of the eye comes off it's retina attachment and is not sight threatening but may cause a  retinal whole or tear, which may lead to a retinal detachment if not diagnosed and treated early.

Question 8

can posterior vitreous detachment last for a year or more?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can: A posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) is a condition of the eye in which the vitreous membrane separates from the retina. A common symptom is flashes of light (photopsia). There is a small risk of a retinal tear / detachment. Duration of PVD is usually 4-6 weeks, but can be sudden (trauma), days (after cataract surgery), months, or rarely a year or more. Nearsighted people tend to get PVD earlier.

Question 9

can you explain to me what posterior vitreous detachment is?

Accepted Answer

Normal aging: Vitreous detachment is a normal aging process of the gel that fills the back of the eye. Usually it detaches silently but sometimes it happens in a few locations with light flashes, floaters and visual changes. Since these symptoms are the same as retinal detachment these symptoms should always be evaluated by an ophthalmologist when they occur.

Question 10

if i develop posterior vitreous detachment, how will it be treated?

Accepted Answer

Observation: This is a usually silent, natural process beginning in middle age in which the vitreous gel, liquefies, and a portion of the gel can lift off from the adjacent retina.  In some there are weak attachments and there will be symptoms such as floaters, light flashes and a cellophane type pattern in the vision.  As retinal detachment can cause similar symptoms, if this happens see your ophthalmologist.

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