retinoschisis

[GARRETTM]

I am 23 and was diagnosed with retinoschisis in both eyes. Ive heard this doesnt normally progress to where you would need surgery but i am starting to notice changes in my peripheral vision, and want to now if surgery to prevent the schisis from growing is a good idea? has anyone had this surgery? who performed your surgery and what complications if any did you encounter? thank you for your help!


This discussion is related to Re: Retinal Schisis.

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

Retinoschesis is a splitting of the retina that starts at the edge of the retina and sometimes moves inward toward the macula. If such advancement is seen "hot" laser marks are often placed in from of the schesis to create adhesions to stop the spliting from getting bigger.

Go to Google IMAGES type in retinoschesis and see what it looks like. Likely you will find one also that has been treated with laser

JCH MD

[GARRETTM]

Thank you for the reply and i made an appointment. The surgery i hear about is the laser surgery can you tell me about this or refer me to site that explains it? and is there any other surgery to prevent further damage? i do not need a full detailed explanation i just know nothing about it. thanks again this site is really helpful!

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

If you notice changes in your peripheral vision you need to see a retina Eye MD ophthalmologist as soon as possible. Call today. I have retinoschesis. Never needed surgery and never progressed in 30 years but some do progress



JCH MD