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ICD-10 code: H33.039

Disease category: H33.03: Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear

Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear, unspecified eye

Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear is a serious eye condition that can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated promptly. It occurs when the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, becomes separated from its underlying support tissue. This separation can occur due to a tear or hole in the retina, which allows fluid to enter and accumulate between the retina and the support tissue. Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear is a specific type of retinal detachment that involves a large tear in the retina.

Symptoms of retinal detachment with giant retinal tear can include sudden onset of flashes or floaters in the affected eye, as well as a shadow or curtain that appears to be coming down over the visual field. In some cases, there may be no symptoms at all until the detachment progresses and vision loss becomes more severe.

  1. Causes
  2. Risk factors
  3. Symptoms
  4. Diagnosis
  5. Prevention
Causes

Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Trauma to the eye
  • Age-related changes in the vitreous, the gel-like substance that fills the eye
  • Extreme nearsightedness
  • Previous eye surgery
  • Familial history of retinal detachment
Risk factors

Several factors can increase the risk of developing retinal detachment with giant retinal tear, including:

  • Age over 50
  • Severe nearsightedness
  • Previous eye surgery
  • Family history of retinal detachment
  • History of eye trauma
Symptoms

Common symptoms of retinal detachment with giant retinal tear include:

  • Sudden onset of flashes or floaters in the affected eye
  • Shadow or curtain that appears to be coming down over the visual field
  • Blurred or distorted vision
  • Partial or total loss of vision in the affected eye
Diagnosis

Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear is typically diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam, which may include:

  • Visual acuity test
  • Dilated

    Treatment of Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear, unspecified eye:

    Retinal detachment with giant retinal tear is a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. It occurs when the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye, becomes separated from its underlying supportive tissues. This separation can cause vision loss or even blindness if left untreated. Here are some treatment options for retinal detachment with giant ret...

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