J Korean Ophthalmol Soc.  1974 Sep;15(3):221-224.

Pathology of Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment

• Koo BS

Abstract

Description histopathologic pictures of rhegmatogenous retinal dctachment in its early stase to late stage is reviewed. Histology on the results of experimental retinal detachment and reattachment is introduced with short comment. Formatlon of subretinal fluid in retinal detachment is a complex and dynamic processes involving alterations in retinal and choroidal structures and metabolism of vitreal components. Peripheral retinal degenerations as predispoing features of retinal detachment are listed. Some pathologic findings following retinal detachment surgeries of clinical importances are noted briefly.

MeSH Terms

Choroid
Metabolism
Pathology*
Retinal Degeneration
Retinal Detachment*
Retinaldehyde*
Subretinal Fluid
Retinaldehyde