This guideline last updated 07/05/2022 10:00:43

Differential diagnosis

• Retinoschisis
• Retinal tear
• Choroidal melanoma
• Vitreous haemorrhage

Possible management by Optometrist

Treatment

• None

Advice

• Urgent referral to ophthalmology

Management Category

• Urgent referral to ophthalmology

Possible management by Ophthalmologist

• Scleral buckling
• Vitrectomy with gas or oil