Can Retinal Detachment Be Fixed?

After sealing a retinal tear with cryopexy, a gas bubble is injected into the vitreous. The bubble applies gentle pressure, helping a detached section of the retina to reattach to the eyeball. If your retina has detached, you'll need surgery to repair it, preferably within days of a diagnosis.

Can a retinal detachment heal on its own?

A detached retina won't heal on its own. It's important to get medical care as soon as possible so you have the best odds of keeping your vision. Any surgical procedure has some risks.

Can vision be restored after retinal detachment?

Vision may take many months to improve and in some cases may never fully return. Unfortunately, some patients, particularly those with chronic retinal detachment, do not recover any vision. The more severe the detachment, and the longer it has been present, the less vision may be expected to return.