Pneumatic Retinopexy

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What is Pneumatic Retinopexy?

The retina is a layer of cells located at the back of the eye. Its function is to transform light into electrical impulses that are sent to the brain for processing. When the retina becomes detached from the back of the eye, you can lose all or part of your vision in the affected eye. If left untreated, retina detachment can cause permanent vision loss.

Pneumatic retinopexy (PR) is a surgical procedure that is used to reattach a detached retina and restore vision. This treatment involves injecting an expandable gas into the eye and then applying either retinal cryotherapy or laser photocoagulation to seal any retinal breaks.

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Who’s A Good Candidate for Pneumatic Retinopexy?

A pneumatic retinopexy may be recommended for patients who have:

  • A single tear
  • A tear located in the upper portion of the retina
  • The ability to remain in the correct position for an extended period of time after surgery is critical for healing properly.

How Is a Pneumatic Retinopexy Performed?

Pneumatic retinopexy is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat a detached retina. First, your retina specialist will numb your eyes and dilate them with eye drops. Then, a small amount of gas will be injected into the vitreous to create a bubble. Next, your doctor will use an ophthalmoscope to look into your eye to position the bubble correctly. Finally, laser surgery or cryopexy will be performed to seal any retinal tears.

Are There Any Risks With Pneumatic Retinopexy?

The risks associated with retinal detachment surgery vary depending on a number of factors, including age, pre-existing medical conditions, and the specifics of the retinal detachment itself. The more common risks associated with this procedure are as follows:

  • Persistent or recurrent detachment of your retina
  • Trapped gas in your eye
  • Inflammation in your eye
  • Increase in your eye pressure (glaucoma)
  • Bleeding in your eye
  • New retinal tears

Recovery after Pneumatic Retinopexy

Here, the gas bubble needs to rest until a seal forms between the retina and the wall of the eye, which will help prevent retinal detachment. This means that the patients need to keep their head resting in the correct position for about 90% of the day, for 1 to 3 weeks after surgery so that the detachment can heal.

Pneumatic Retinopexy at Vijaya Netheralaya Eye Hospital in Bangalore

The Vijaya Nethralaya Super Specialty Eye Hospital has been a leading provider of eye care for 10 years. At our vitreoretinal clinic, We have a team of specialists with decades of experience treating retinal detachments and other disorders of the retina and vitreous. We are the leading experts in our field and can provide you with the best possible care for your condition. You can browse our online provider directory to learn more about our team, or call us to schedule an appointment. We're here for you and will provide the care you need. Whether you're looking for someone to talk to about your problems or you need help with day-to-day tasks, we're here for you. We'll do our best to provide you with the support you need so that you can get back to your happy & healthy life.

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