Surgical Management of Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment

Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) is a common ophthalmic emergency, with an annual incidence of 7.9 to 18.2 cases per 100,000 individuals. Caused by a retinal tear, this condition can lead to blindness without prompt and appropriate intervention. Surgery remains the cornerstone of treatment, but the optimal choice among available options is still debated. This study provides a comparative evaluation of the main surgical approaches, including pars plana vitrectomy (PPV), scleral buckling (SB), pneumatic retinopexy (PR), and their combinations.

Which surgical strategies maximize success in treating retinal detachment?