Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

victreoctomy

hw many days are required for the recovery of the patient after the surgery and after how many days he can see the world.?
4 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
233488 tn?1310693103
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
-
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
I have had two vitrectomies, one for the initial repair and another to remove the silicone oil injected during the first to hold down the retina.  In both cases, I could see light immediately and could see as soon as the dressing was removed.  Your results could well vary from this but you need to be asking your opthalmologist  as he knows the particulars of your case and you are paying for his knowledge so get what you pay for. Don't wait around until the next appointment...call him.
Helpful - 0
233488 tn?1310693103
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
-
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
Vitrectomies are performed for a number of conditions (e.g., macular holes, retinal detachments, epiretinal membranes.)  Recovery time is very much related to the reason for the surgery.
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Eye Care Community

Top General Health Answerers
177275 tn?1511755244
Kansas City, MO
Avatar universal
Grand Prairie, TX
Avatar universal
San Diego, CA
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Discharge often isn't normal, and could mean an infection or an STD.
In this unique and fascinating report from Missouri Medicine, world-renowned expert Dr. Raymond Moody examines what really happens when we almost die.
Think a loved one may be experiencing hearing loss? Here are five warning signs to watch for.
When it comes to your health, timing is everything
We’ve got a crash course on metabolism basics.
Learn what you can do to avoid ski injury and other common winter sports injury.