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What are the treatments used to reverse a retina detachment?
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There are three: Depending on type, severity, cause, location etc.. There are three ways to surgically fix a retinal detachment. The first two are done in the operating room. The last can be done in the office. 1) scleral buckling surgery 2) vitrectomy 3) pneumatic retinopexy.
Answered 8/24/2013
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Sb, ppv, pr: Scleral buckle, pars plana vitrectomy, pneumatic retinopexy http://www.Macula.Us.
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