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Docs, could an opthalmoscope with pupil dilated detect an early post viterous detachment easily?
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No: Sometimes a posterior vitreous detachment may be partial and can be difficult to detect. Once the vitreous detaches from the nerve it is much easier.
Answered 7/27/2014
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Yes: This requires a skilled examiner - usually an opthalmologist with an MD degree for this type of evaluation. It might require the use of a different type of ophthalmoscope termed an 'indirect ophthalmoscope'.
Answered 9/2/2014
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