What causes a retinal tear or detachment?

A retinal detachment can be caused when the vitreous in the eye pulls on the retina, tearing it or lifting part of it away from the back wall of the eye.

To learn more about detached retina, eye health and how to take care of your vision, visit EyeSmart, from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseas...

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