Laser Retinopexy

In the uncommon scenario of a Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD) resulting in a retinal tear, prompt treatment with Laser Photocoagulation Retinopexy will stop the serious complication of a retinal detachment.

After a local anaesthetic drop is instilled, a contact lens is placed on the eye and the laser is performed in an examination chair. Three rows of laser spots surround the tear to stop the influx of sub-retinal fluid, thus preventing retinal detachment.

We then reexamine to ensure efficacy, although the treatment is almost always definitive.