How long does it take to recover from pneumatic Retinopexy?

It takes about 3 weeks to recover from this surgery. The hardest part of the recovery is keeping the gas bubble in the right place. You must keep your head in a certain position for most of the day and night for about 1 to 3 weeks after the surgery. You cannot lie on your back.

What should I do after retinal tear surgery?

Wear sunglasses during the day. You may have to wear an eye patch or shield for a few days. If your doctor used a gas bubble to hold the retina in place, keep your head in a certain position for most of the day and night for 1 to 3 weeks after the surgery.

What can you not do after retinal surgery?

Do not remove the shield / pad until you see your doctor the day after the surgery. It is very important not to rub, bump, or put any pressure on the eye. During the day, you should either wear a pair of glasses (sunglasses, reading glasses, distance glasses are all fine) or wear the hard plastic shield.

What is the success rate of pneumatic Retinopexy?

Our single operation success rate for pneumatic retinopexy performed at a university hospital was 54%; 66% of cases were successful with repeat injection or laser retinopexy alone. This success rate is lower than that of most previously published studies.

What do you need to know about pneumatic retinopexy?

Pneumatic retinopexy is a procedure to repair a detached retina and restore vision. Unlike other procedures to treat a detached retina, it often takes place in an office setting. The retina is a layer of cells at the back of your eye.

How is the retina of the eye reattached?

In pneumatic retinopexy, the doctor injects a gas bubble into the eye, which gently presses the retina back into its place. Cryotherapy probe or laser beam then reattaches the retina into place, and the bubble inserted gradually dissolves over a couple of days.

What kind of surgery do I need to repair my retina?

In pneumatic retinopexy, your doctor will inject a small air bubble into your eye. The bubble will push your retina back into place so your doctor can use a laser or freeze treatment to repair any holes or tears. You can usually get this surgery in your doctor’s office. When you get this surgery, your doctor will:

How long does it take to recover from a vitrectomy?

For pneumatic retinopexy, the recovery time is approximately three weeks. For scleral buckling, the recovery time is approximately two to four weeks. For vitrectomy, the recovery time is approximately four to six weeks. This procedure may be done in an office setting unlike other detached retina procedures.