Retina / Choroid Disorders

Tractional retinal detachment caused by proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR) demonstrating a single starfold associated with diffuse retinal contraction.

Usually caused by mechanical contraction of proliferative membranes that elevate the retina. Commonly associated with: Proliferative diabetic retinopathy Proliferative sickle-cell retinopathy Retinopathy of prematurity Proliferative vitreoretinopahy (PVR) Signs: Proliferative fibrous membrane Smooth, concave detachment toward the anterior segment Vitreoretinal traction Normal intraocular pressure Management: release of vitreoretinal traction by vitrectomy and membrane dissection.

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