A retinal detachment occurs when the sensory retina lifts and separates from the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE).
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A retinal detachment occurs when the sensory retina lifts and separates from the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE).
Tractional retinal detachment (TRD) refers to a detachment caused by fibrotic or fibrovascular strands of vitreous creating traction on the retina. TRD is a sequel to previous haemorrhage, trauma, surgery, infection or inflammation. Specific causes may include:
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