Retinal Detachment Surgery

Keep Your Sight

If your retina has become detached, you may notice an increase in floaters or flashes of light, or you may develop a veil over your field of vision. Timely surgery can restore good vision and your quality of life.

High Success Rate

The initial success rate of retinal reattachment ranges from 63% to 94%, depending on the technique used.

Covered by Insurance

As retinal detachment surgery is a medical necessity, insurance will often cover part or all of the cost of the procedure. You may be responsible for copays or coinsurance, which is a small price to pay for your sight.

Vitrectomy: The doctor will make a tiny incision in the white part of the eye (sclera) and remove the vitreous gel. Gas is then injected to replace the vitreous and push the retina against the wall of the eye.

Scleral Buckle: The doctor attaches a synthetic band to the outside of the eyeball, which pushes the retina against the wall of the eye.

Pneumatic Retinopexy: A gas bubble is injected into the eyeball, which presses the detached retina against the wall of the eye.

Laser Surgery: Laser surgery virtually “welds” a retinal tear to underlying tissue, preventing fluid from traveling beneath.

Cryopexy: Also known as freezing treatment, cryopexy involves freezing and sealing the area around a retinal tear to assist with reattachment.