Retinal detachment

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:sneaker
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:sneaker
gptkbp:affects may include chronic vision problems
gptkbp:age older adults
people over 50
gptkbp:caused_by vision loss
gptkbp:current_use gptkb:retinitis_pigmentosa
diabetic retinopathy
severe nearsightedness
gptkbp:education importance of recognizing symptoms
need for prompt treatment
gptkbp:emergency_services requires immediate medical attention
gptkbp:events monitoring vision
regular check-ups with an eye doctor
gptkbp:historical_analysis has evolved over decades
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Retinal detachment
gptkbp:is_a_resource_for available for affected individuals
gptkbp:is_popular_in affects millions worldwide
gptkbp:is_protected_by regular eye exams
protective eyewear
gptkbp:public_awareness aim to educate the public
gptkbp:research_focus improving surgical techniques
understanding risk factors
developing preventive measures
gptkbp:risk_factor family history
high myopia
previous eye surgery
trauma to the eye
gptkbp:side_effect can be significant
gptkbp:social_responsibility ultrasound examination
can lead to permanent vision loss
depends on timing of treatment
ophthalmoscopy
gptkbp:specialties ophthalmology
vitrectomy
retina specialists
pneumatic retinopexy
scleral buckle surgery
gptkbp:symptoms floaters
distorted vision
flashes of light
darkening of vision
loss of peripheral vision
shadow or curtain effect
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:hospital
laser therapy
high if treated early
may include additional surgeries
varies by type of detachment
gptkbp:type_of exudative retinal detachment
rhegmatogenous retinal detachment
tractional retinal detachment