Posterior vitreous detachment

Posterior vitreous detachment: Introduction

A posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) is a common problem of aging that may not require any treatment, other than watching for symptoms of the more serious problems such as retinal tear or retinal detachment. PVD usually occurs around 40-70 or 50-70, but people with myopia (short-sightedness), especially high-degree, may get a PVD earlier.

Symptoms of Posterior vitreous detachment

• Floaters - seen as spots, dots, circles, clouds, spidery webs, or various effects. All "float" in front of the eyes and move with the eye.
• Flashes - Visual light show effects; due to the vitreous pulling on the retina
• Flashes when moving the eyes
• Multiple floating visual spots
• One larger visual floater
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Posterior vitreous detachment: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Posterior vitreous detachment:

• No loss of vision - other than those caused by floaters and flashes.
• No worsening of condition - any worsening may indicate retinal detachment or retinal tear
• Retinal tear - increased risk
• Vitreous hemorrhage - related to bleeding from retinal tears
• Retinal detachment - increased risk
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Diagnostic Tests for Posterior vitreous detachment

• Dilated eye exam
• Retinal exam
• Retinal periphery examination
• Eye ultrasonography
• See also tests for retinal detachment
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Posterior vitreous detachment: Undiagnosed Conditions

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Causes of Posterior vitreous detachment

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Treatments for Posterior vitreous detachment

• Watchful waiting - many cases require no treatment other than vigilance and immediate medical attention for the symptoms of retinal detachment or retinal tear.
• Vitrectomy - may be desirable in cases where floaters are significantly affecting vision.
• See treatment of flashes - in many cases of PVD the flashes will disappear gradually. New or worsening flashes need medical diagnosis.
• See treatment of floaters - in many cases of PVD the floaters will diminish. New or worsening floaters need to be immediately discussed with your doctor.
• See also treatment of retinal tear and treatment of retinal detachment
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Evidence Based Medicine Research for Posterior vitreous detachment

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Prognosis for Posterior vitreous detachment

Prognosis for Posterior vitreous detachment: Often a normal part of aging not requiring specific treatment. But sometimes indicates more severe eye problems such as impending retinal detachment. Existing floaters and flashes often gradually diminish (flashes often disappear within 6 months; people get used to the floaters), but new or worsening ones may indicate a new problem such as retinal detachment that needs immediate medical attention.

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Posterior vitreous detachment: Broader Related Topics

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