Retinal Break

Retinal break (tear/hole) is a full-thickness defect in the neurosensory retina, often associated with posterior vitreous detachment and high myopia, potentially progressing to rhegmatogenous detachment. Clinical: flashes/floaters with a retinal break on dilated exam. Treatment: laser photocoagulation or cryopexy to wall off symptomatic/at-risk breaks; prophylactic treatment in selected high-risk eyes; observe asymptomatic small holes.

Common Symptoms

Flashes/floaters; retinal break on dilated exam; high myopia/PVD history

Causes and Pathogenesis

Vitreous traction tears the retina, potentially allowing fluid under it and causing detachment.

Treatment

Laser/cryoretinopexy for symptomatic/at-risk breaks; observe asymptomatic small holes

Preventive Measures

Urgent dilated exam for flashes/floaters; laser prophylaxis.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Ophthalmology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.