ophthalmologist
Vitreo-Retina
Specialist in Kolkata
Due to the complicated nature of vitreoretinal surgery, it has become a significant stress factor for patients. That is why Dr. Subrata Mandal is here. At present, he is the best vitreo-retina specialist in Kolkata. He boasts a 90% success rate in vitreo-retinal surgeries. Dr. Mandal has experience serving as the Secretary of the Ophthalmic Research Association, AIIMS.
Additionally, he was also the Vice-President of the Resident Doctors Association, AIIMS from 2005 to 2006. Currently, he serves as a consultant on various optometric aspects in numerous reputed eye clinics and hospitals located in Kolkata, Bankura, and Burdwan. With his unparalleled surgical expertise, he can perform Vitrectomy. This includes Sutureless Trans-Conjunctival Vitrectomy, procedures for retina detachment, and macular hole surgery. He can also manage eye trauma cases with acute efficiency.
Dr. Subrata Mandal
MBBS, MD (AIIMS,Delhi), DNB, FRCS
What is
Vitreo-Retina
The retina is a cell layering that can be found behind ganglion cells. These cells are called rods, and cones and are photosensitive in nature. Other nerve cells that make up the retina are responsible for identifying, and organizing information that is sent to the brain through the medium of the optic nerve. The entire system ensures vision. Vitreoretinal shows the link between the vitreous body, and the retina. This body is considered to be a gel-like fluid substance. It functions as a nutrient provider for the eye and helps it maintain its shape.
Its Significance In The Promotion Of Eye Health
The vitreous body is a key promoter of eye health. As noted earlier, it is the key nutrient provider of the eye. Additionally, it also helps the eye to maintain its circular shape. By sticking behind the retina, it enables light to pass through. This enables the retina to facilitate communication with the brain, ensuring vision. The vitreous body also plays a role in ensuring clear vision.
Notable Vitreoretinal Disorders
Vitreoretinal disorders threaten eye health, affecting the vitreous body, retina, and related structures. These conditions can lead to vision loss, with treatment depending on severity. Medications are rarely an option. Common vitreoretinal disorders include:
- Diabetic Retinopathy: Sugar levels damage retinal cells
- Age-related macular degeneration (AMD): Macular issues are observed due to old age
- Retinal Detachment: The retina separates from its usual position. This leads to immediate loss of vision
- Vitreous Floaters: Minute particles appear within the vitreous body, affecting vision
- Macular Hole: Caused when the macula is stretched.
- Epiretinal Membrane: The formation of a tissue on the retina blocks vision
Key Factors Signalling Vitreoretinal Disorders
It is relatively easy to identify the potential of a vitreoretinal disorder. The most useful advice would be to pay a visit to an ophthalmologist in case any vision changes are observed. Keeping this in mind, here are the key factors linked with vitreoretinal disorders:
- Blurred vision: Declining central vision, reduced sharpness
- Sudden Vision Distortion: The appearance of black spots in the vision is suggestive of retinal issues
- Light flashes, or floaters: Seeing sudden sparks of light, having trouble focusing
- Dark Vision: Certain areas might appear darker visually, suggesting diabetic retinopathy
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Vitreo Retinal- Surgery, Risk and Treatment
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Vitreoretinal Surgery (What to Expect)
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Vitreoretinal Surgery: Risk Factors
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Services and Treatment Expectations
Vitreoretinal Surgery (What to Expect)
Vitreoretinal Surgery: Risk Factors
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Services and Treatment Expectations
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQS
The surgeon will not remove the eye at any point of the procedure. Only tiny surgical instruments will be put to use to penetrate the white portion of the eye. Relevant surgical procedures will be performed in the internal part of the eye with acute accuracy.
There are varied ways to treat retinal issues. It is not a monolithic concept or procedure.
Utilizing a laser can assist in sealing leaks in blood vessels in case they are identified. But if there are no ruptures or tears, there is no need to go through laser treatment.
A vitreo-retina specialist is an ophthalmologist who diagnoses and treats retina-, vitreous-, and macular-related diseases — retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, to name a few. They do complex surgeries and laser treatments to save sight.
Vitreoretinal surgery usually lasts for 45 minutes. However, again, it is completely reliant on the procedure.
The cost of Vitreo-Retina surgery in Kolkata may differ depending on the hospital, the surgeon’s expertise and the procedure. Its price generally falls between ₹30,000 to ₹2,00,000 or more.
One can continue to function normally a few weeks post-surgery.
This is entirely dependent on the doctor’s recommendation. In most cases, this period extends to two to three hours after the surgery is completed.
Recovery time varies depending on the procedure, but it typically ranges from a few weeks to several months. Regular follow-up visits are essential during recovery.
