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In contrast, pseudophakic RRDs may have multiple tears, which are usually very small and more difficult to locate (Figure 3). A giant retinal tear is defined as a tear involving at least one ...

Medically reviewed by Bryan M. Wolynski, OD A detached retina occurs when the retina, a layer of tissue that covers most of ...

causing the gel to pull away from your retina and optic nerve. As a result, you can get a tear in your retina or a hole in your eye nerve. Most people get PVD at age 50 or older, and it's very ...