Our Services

Retina Care

Aathi Eye Hospital uses cutting-edge technology and a patient-first philosophy to offer complete diagnostic and treatment services for retinal disorders. Our retina department can help you maintain and safeguard your vision by treating a variety of retinal illnesses.

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About the Retina

The thin layer of tissue lining the back of the eye is called the retina. It is made up of millions of light-sensitive cells (rods and cones) that take in and arrange visual data. The primary function of the retina is to transform light into neural impulses, which are then sent to the brain through the optic nerve, allowing humans to see.

Common Retinal Conditions We Treat

Diabetic Retinopathy

Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to Diabetic Retinopathy, an eye condition where high blood sugar damages the small blood vessels in the retina, the area at the back of the eye that is sensitive to light. It can cause severe vision loss and perhaps blindness if left untreated.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

a major contributor to irreversible eyesight loss in adults over 50. The center, high-resolution vision required for driving, reading, and facial identification is produced by the macula.

There are two types:

Dry AMD is more prevalent and develops more slowly.
Although less frequent, wet AMD is more aggressive. It includes aberrant blood vessel development beneath the retina, which causes leakage and irreversible harm to cells that are sensitive to light.

Retinal Vein Occlusion

occurs when the vein that drains blood from the retina gets clogged, resulting in fluid leakage and bleeding.

Macular Edema

Fluid buildup causes swelling at the macula, which distorts and blurs central vision. Among the causes are:

Diabetes
Eye surgery (e.g., cataract surgery)
Retinal vein occlusion

Central Serous Retinopathy

a fluid accumulation under the central retina. It may result in a central dark spot or visual distortion. Although the precise cause is unknown, stress is commonly implicated, and men are more likely to experience it.

Hypertensive Retinopathy

Persistently elevated blood pressure can harm retinal blood vessels, resulting in leakage, edema, and blindness.

Macular Hole

A tiny flaw in the macula, typically brought on by an injury to the eye or vitreous moving away from the retina. This can impair central vision, and if it worsens, surgery might be necessary.

Retinal Detachment

When the retina separates from the back of the eye, there is a medical emergency. It may result in irreversible eyesight loss if treatment is not received.

Symptoms of Retinal Disease

Watch out for these signs:

Risk Factors

Diabetes
High blood pressure
Ageing
Smoking
Obesity
Eye injuries
Family history of retinal disease
Stress

When Should You See a Retina Specialist?

Early detection is critical. Seek immediate care if you notice:

These might be signs of vitreous hemorrhage or retinal detachment.

Importance of Routine Eye Exams

In their early stages, many retinal diseases are silent. Frequent eye exams provide early detection and treatment, frequently prior to vision impairment.

Services at Our Retina Department

Fundus Photography

Your retina is captured in high-resolution by our Digital Retinography System (DRS). These pictures:

Assistance with diagnosis
Monitor the course of the illness
Boost patient comprehension with visual instruction

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) – Primus 200

This non-invasive technique produces cross-sectional pictures of the macula, optic nerve, and retina using light waves. It aids in the early identification of:

Macular edema
Holes in the macula
Wet AMD
weakening of the retinal layer

Retinal Treatments

Depending on your condition, our goal is to slow disease progression, preserve vision, or restore lost sight.