The human eye is the most delicate part of the human body. The retina inside the eye is a thin sheet of tissue that runs along with the eye. Sometimes a part of the retina either tears or detaches from the back of the eye. This can be due to the presence of more or more holes in the retina which can occur due to the thinning of the retina due to age or due to shrinkage of the vitreous (a clear, gel-like substance that fills the inside of the eye). In such condition, the patient might see objects floating across the eye in the form of shadows, flashes of light or dark spots.This is a serious condition and the patient should immediately visit the ophthalmologist in case of such a symptom. In many cases, laser surgery is required to prevent complete loss of vision. However, the patient can file a medical malpractice lawsuit if complications get serious after treatment. However, it can be proved only by attorneys with the help of expert witnesses. For cataract surgery malpractices, the cataract surgery expert witness can play a crucial role.
How laser surgery is done in case of retinal detachment?
If the retina gets detached, it has to be surgically repaired to prevent loss of vision. If the retina has a tear or hole, the ophthalmologist may suggest a special type of laser treatment (photocoagulation) or freezing. Surgical repair becomes a necessity in the case of retinal detachment. In case of laser treatment, the ophthalmologist uses a laser to place small burns around the edge of the retinal tear. These burns produce scars that seal the edges of the tear and prevent fluid from passing through and collecting under the retina. Laser photocoagulation is done as an outpatient procedure. It requires no surgical incision.
Complications in retinal detachment surgery
Any surgery is always associated with its risks. The common problems in case of retinal detachments are bleeding, infection, permanent loss of vision, failure to repair the detached retina which can result in numerous surgeries and increase pressure in the eye.In the case of retinal detachment repair, many patients are sensitive to the laser treatment and may have serious reactions to the medication. If the retina has been already damaged before reattachment, permanent loss of vision can occur. In maximum cases, the retina can be attached in a single operation, but sometimes there is a requirement of multiple procedures.Many times, surgical complications on the part of the surgeon also result in permanent retinal detachments and loss of vision of the patient.
For glaucoma surgery complications, you can get in touch with a glaucoma surgery expert witness for your case.
How does the Retinal surgery expert witness help?
If the patient has a permanent loss of vision due to the surgical negligence of the doctor, he can file a medical lawsuit against the doctor. The attorney will call upon the ophthalmologist expert witness for their guidance in case of medical malpractice. These expert witnesses are surgeons who are specialized and certified in law, apart from having excellent medical knowledge, to guide in case of a medical lawsuit. These witnesses conduct independent medical examinations, study the case in details and give unbiased reviews in the form of reports, testimonials during trails, depositions and arbitrations. All this helps to build a strong case of medical malpractice against the doctor.They also help in ensuring that the patient gets full compensation in case of medical malpractice. Thus, the expert witnesses provide some relief to the patient by giving their professional help.
