Early diagnosis is critical for effective treatment and to maximize the chances of a successful recovery. If doctors suspect TRD, they will treat it as a medical emergency. The effectiveness of the ...

The retina is a layer of tissue at the back of the eye that converts visual images into nerve impulses in the brain. Injuries to the eye can cause layers of the retina to separate, which is known as a ...

A retinal tear occurs when a break develops in the layer of light-detecting cells in the back of the eye. This layer is called your retina. Retinal detachment occurs when the retina pulls away from ...

Retinal detachment is when the retina detaches from the supporting tissue at the back of the eye. Secondary, or exudative, retinal detachment occurs in response to another condition, such as ...

A detached retina is an emergency. If not treated promptly, you may completely lose eyesight. A detached retina is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. This injury happens when the ...

This story is part of a series on the current progression in Regenerative Medicine. This piece is part of a series dedicated to the eye and improvements in restoring vision. In 1999, I defined ...

BOSTON, Massachusetts — Ophthalmologists can take steps to spare children the short- and long-term complications of pediatric cataract surgery. Retinal detachment and endophthalmitis are 2 major ...