Prophylaxis and cure of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment

Abstract

Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) remains an important cause of reduced vision and blindness throughout the world. The pathogenesis of this important disorder is intimately related to changes in the vitreous gel and at the vitreoretinal interface. It is important to realize that the state of the vitreous influences decisions regarding both the prevention and treatment of RRD.