Retinal hole - caused by chronic retinal atrophy (progressive thinning)
Retinal break refers to a full thickness defect in the sensory retina; hen a retinal break is associated with vitreous traction (PVD), it is termed a retinal tear
Clinical presentation
Asymptomatic
May have photopsia or see floaters
Investigation
Fundoscopy
Management
Management of retinal tears aims to create adhesions between the retina and the choroid to prevent detachment
This can be done using laser therapy or cryotherapy
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