Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy

Proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR) is an eye condition that affects the vision. It is characterized by the proliferation of abnormal tissue and membranes on the retina and vitreous humor of the eye, impairing vision and blocking light from entering the eye. PVR is most commonly associated with retinal detachment, trauma, and complications from surgery, and is the most common cause of blindness in developed countries. Treatment for this condition includes surgical methods such as vitrectomy, scleral buckling, and laser photocoagulation, along with non-surgical methods such as transpupillary thermotherapy and intravitreal injections. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential for preventing permanent vision loss due to PVR.