Peripheral Retinal Dystrophy

If dystrophy of the peripheral zone with damage of the choroid and retina is detected, the ophthalmologist will diagnose chorioretinal dystrophy. If characteristic damage is also found in the vitreous body - vitreochorioretinal dystrophy.

Causes of peripheral retinal dystrophy:

1. Myopia, as a result of which the size of the eyeball increases significantly, the retina in the peripheral zone becomes thinner, and the blood supply is disrupted. Processes such as thinning lead to the appearance of microholes, tears and retinal detachment.
2. The presence of diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, and other diseases that impair blood circulation.
3. Smoking.
4. Hereditary predisposition.

Symptoms

Asymptomaticity is the main problem of peripheral retinal dystrophy, the progress of which is not felt by a person.

The second problem of the disease is the difficulty in diagnosing it, especially in the early stages of the process. The main factor in the successful detection of dystrophy is the appropriate qualifications of the specialist and the use of the latest generation equipment.

During the initial diagnosis, a study of the peripheral area is carried out by dilating the pupil to the maximum possible size and examining it using a three-mirror instrument - the “Goldmann lens”. Additionally, visual fields are checked, and some other examinations are carried out.

Treatment of peripheral retinal dystrophy

It is impossible to completely cure this disease and restore damaged areas of the eye.

If there are breaks, further retinal detachment can be prevented with laser coagulation.

Additionally, regular ophthalmological examinations are recommended.