Question with PVR

[Amcdgc49]

Dr Hagan
I was reading along in a forum that PVR typically happens in younger folks that have a RD because the body heals quicker when younger. I’m 43 with a laser barricade. I thought I’d ask a medical professional like yourself if in your experience you believe that “younger age” to be true or is it an issue at any age do to differing factors? Thanks so much and all the best

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

Your question is confusing and not clearly stated. PVD occurs more commonly as we get older.  The rough incidence is 10% per decade of life so by age 30      its 30%   age 60%  and age 90    90%   So PVD and RD become more common as we get older.   So your statement is wrong. PVD occurs more in older people and as we get older.    RD is so unique that its not possible to generalize.  The age is not as important as degree of myopia, status of retina, trauma, family history, etc.

[Amcdgc49]

Dr Hagan
I apologize. I meant the scar tissue that can buildup after RD surgery that may cause multiple detachments.  I think it’s called Proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR).   Sorry about that.  

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

I don't think I can give you any useful information and strongly suggest you discuss this with your retina surgeon.  Sorry I could not be of more help but retina cases are so unique and different and resist generalization.

[Amcdgc49]

Thank you for your time Dr Hagan

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

best of luck