Cataract Surgery
06 Nov 2026
By Dr. Harinder Mitra
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Understanding Retinal Detachment & Vision Loss
Retinal detachment is an ocular emergency where the thin layer of tissue at the back of the eye (the retina) pulls away from its normal position, depriving photoreceptor cells of oxygen and nutrition. Without urgent surgical repair, permanent blindness can occur within days.
Key Warning Signs You Must Never Ignore
- Sudden Flashes of Light: Seeing brief lightning-like streaks in peripheral vision, especially in dark rooms.
- Sudden Shower of Floaters: A sudden explosion of dark spots, webs, or cobwebs floating across your vision field.
- Dark Shadow or Curtain: A dark grey curtain or shadow spreading from the corner across your visual field.
“Retinal detachment is a true microsurgical emergency. Time is vision — the sooner retinal re-attachment is performed, the higher the chance of saving full sight.” — Dr. Harinder Mitra
Advanced Vitreo-Retinal Treatment at Mitra Eye Hospital
At Mitra Eye Hospital, we utilize high-speed 7,500 CPM sutureless vitrectomy, wide-angle viewing systems, green retinal lasers, and micro-gas tamponade to successfully re-attach the retina with minimal post-operative discomfort.
