Dr. Randy Katz is a retinal and macro degenerative specialist at the Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute, 1717 Woolbright Road, who works with people who have detached retinas. At the request of an… ...

Retinal detachment is a serious eye condition that happens when your retina pulls away from the tissue around it. Learn more about the types, causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment ...

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Both retinal detachment and retinal tear are medical emergencies that can cause vision loss. It’s critical to get immediate medical attention if you have symptoms of either condition.

Retinal detachment is an eye condition where the retina — a delicate film-like structure of the eyes that produces the “picture” that we see — is stripped from its underlying tissue.

Sometimes your retina pulls away from its normal spot in the eye. This is called retinal detachment. Learn about the three different types: rhegmatogenous, exudative, and traction.

Retinal tears can lead to retinal detachment, or detachment can occur due to other causes. Learn the symptoms, treatment, and outlook for these conditions.