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Retina Condition · Eye Emergency

Retinal Detachment Surgery in Gurgaon

Retinal detachment is an eye emergency. If you suddenly see a shower of new floaters, flashing lights, or a dark curtain or shadow moving across your vision, treat it as urgent and seek a retina specialist the same day — prompt surgery gives the best chance of saving your sight. At Dayal Eye Centre, our vitreoretinal team diagnoses and repairs retinal detachment with the full range of modern surgery — pneumatic retinopexy, scleral buckle and vitrectomy — under one NABH-accredited roof.

NABH Accredited
20+ Years
1.2 Lakh+ Surgeries
Fellowship-Trained Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Vitrectomy · Scleral Buckle

Sudden floaters, flashes or a curtain over your vision? This needs same-day attention.

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Retinal detachment is a time-critical condition; outcomes depend on the type of detachment, how early it is treated and whether the macula was involved. This page is for information and does not replace an urgent clinical examination.

Vitreoretinal surgeon examining the retina at Dayal Eye Centre
NABH
Accredited multi-speciality eye hospital
20+
Years of specialist eye care in Gurgaon
1.2 Lakh+
Eye surgeries performed at the centre
3 OTs
Modular operation theatres for urgent surgery
The Condition

What is Retinal Detachment?

Retinal detachment is a serious eye condition in which the retina — the thin, light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of your eye — pulls away from the supporting tissue beneath it. This separates the retina from the layer of blood vessels that supplies its oxygen and nourishment. The longer a detachment goes untreated, the higher the risk of permanent vision loss — which is why it is a medical emergency that needs specialist assessment straight away.

Why timing changes everything: when surgery is done promptly, the retina is successfully reattached in around 9 out of 10 eyes with a single operation, and in close to 97–100% of eyes with one or more procedures. Outcomes are best when the detachment is caught early — before the central (macular) vision is affected. Explore our wider retina treatment services to see how detachment surgery fits within our retinal care.

Act fast

It is an emergency

Treat sudden floaters, flashes or a shadow as urgent — the retina should be examined the same day.

Same-day assessment

We can diagnose a suspected detachment quickly and plan surgery without delay.

Reattachment is usually possible

With timely surgery the retina is reattached in the large majority of eyes.

Symptoms

Symptoms OF Retina Detachment:

Retinal detachment often gives warning signs before or as it happens. Watch for these — and if they appear suddenly, seek help urgently.

Flashes of light

Some describe it as “seeing stars” — brief flashes, especially after a knock to the eye or in the dark.

A shower of new floaters

Specks or strings that suddenly drift across your vision, often more than you have seen before.

Blurred vision

A sudden or worsening drop in the clarity of your sight.

Shrinking side vision

Gradually reducing peripheral (side) vision, as though your field of view is narrowing.

A curtain or shadow

A curtain-like shadow spreading across your field of vision — the most urgent warning sign of all.

A sudden curtain or shadow is the most urgent sign. If you notice it, call us now — same-day assessment protects your sight.

Call for same-day help
Risk Factors

Risks Factors Of Retina Detachment:

Some people are at higher risk than others. You should be especially alert to the warning signs — and keep up regular retinal checks — if any of these apply to you.

Recognising your own risk is the first step; a dilated retinal examination is the way to confirm whether the retina is healthy.

Are over age 50 — the risk rises with age.

Have had a retinal detachment before, or have a family history of it.

Are highly short-sighted (myopia).

Have had previous eye surgery, such as cataract removal.

Have had a serious eye injury.

Have other eye conditions such as retinoschisis, uveitis or peripheral retinal thinning.

Have diabetes (which can cause tractional detachment).

Three Types

Types of Retina Detachment:

There are three types of retinal detachment, and identifying which one you have guides the right surgery.

TypeWhat happensMost common in
RhegmatogenousThe most common type, caused by a tear in the retina. Fluid passes through the tear and lifts the retina off the back of the eye.Usually with age, as the vitreous gel shrinks and tugs on the retina.
TractionalScar tissue on the retina contracts and pulls it away from the eye wall.People with diabetes, where prolonged high blood sugar damages retinal vessels and forms scar tissue.
ExudativeFluid builds up behind the retina without any tear, from leaking vessels or swelling.Injury, uveitis or other inflammatory conditions.
Diagnosis

Diagnosis OF Retina Detachment:

Diagnosis is quick and painless, and lets us plan surgery without delay.

1

Dilated retinal examination & OCT

Drops widen the pupil so we can examine the retina in detail through a special lens, supported by optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging to map the detachment.

2

Ocular ultrasound

A gentle scan of the eye, useful when bleeding or a dense cataract blocks the view of the retina.

Treatment

Treatments for Retina Detachment:

Retinal detachment almost always needs surgery, and it is usually urgent. The right procedure depends on the type, size and position of your detachment — our surgeon chooses the approach that gives your eye the best chance. The main options are:

A gas bubble is placed inside the eye to push the retina back into position so it can heal. You will be asked to hold your head in a specific position for a few days to keep the bubble in place; over time your eye replaces the gas with natural fluid.

Best suited to: Selected smaller detachments.

Keyhole surgery to remove the vitreous gel that is pulling on the retina, which is then replaced with an air, gas or oil bubble to hold the retina in place while it heals. If oil is used, it is removed a few months later. With an air or gas bubble, you must avoid flying, high altitudes and scuba diving until it clears, because altitude changes make the bubble expand and raise eye pressure.

Best suited to: Many detachments, including those with bleeding or scarring.

A soft silicone band is stitched to the outside of the eye to gently indent it inward, helping the detached retina settle against the eye wall. The buckle cannot be seen and is usually left in place permanently.

Best suited to: Certain tear-related detachments, alone or combined with vitrectomy.

Which surgery suits you is decided after examination. Individual results vary with the type of detachment, how long it has been present, whether the macula was involved, and healing response. Surgery aims to reattach the retina and protect vision — it cannot guarantee a specific level of sight. Consult with our doctors urgently if you have symptoms.

Prevention

Prevention for Retina Detachment:

You cannot prevent every detachment, but you can lower your risk and catch it early — which is what protects your sight.

Have regular eye examinations, especially if you are short-sighted, diabetic or over 50.

Keep regular appointments if you already have an eye condition.

Protect your eyes from injury during sport and DIY.

Know the warning signs — sudden floaters, flashes or a shadow — and act on them the same day.

Cost

Retinal Detachment Surgery Cost in Gurgaon

Retinal detachment surgery is priced by the procedure and the complexity of the detachment. Because it is usually urgent, we keep costs transparent and payment straightforward. The ranges below are indicative starting points, confirmed after examination — never a fixed quote.

ServiceIndicative starting rangeNotes
Retina specialist consultation (urgent)Confirmed at receptionSame-day assessment for suspected detachment
OCT + ocular ultrasound₹4,000 – ₹6,000To confirm and map the detachment
Pneumatic retinopexySubject to consultationFor selected smaller detachments
Scleral buckle surgeryFrom ₹51,000 / eyeBy complexity
Vitrectomy (± buckle)From ₹51,000 / eyeMost common repair; silicone-oil removal later if used

Payment made easier

Easy EMI (via Savein), cashless treatment across our empanelled insurers and TPAs, and government/PSU schemes are available. Retinal detachment surgery is commonly covered — our team assists with pre-authorisation quickly.

Easy EMI (via Savein)Cashless insurance / TPACGHSECHSAyushman Bharat (PM-JAY)Haryana Government schemes

Figures are indicative starting points and vary by the type and complexity of detachment, the procedure used, and whether silicone oil is required. Final costs follow examination; insurance/scheme coverage varies by policy.

Why Us

Why Choose Dayal Eye Centre for Retinal Detachment

When sight is time-critical, you want an experienced retina team that can act fast.

Fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeonperforming pneumatic retinopexy, scleral buckle and vitrectomy.

Full surgical capability on sitethree modular operation theatres and an in-patient ward under one NABH-accredited roof, so urgent surgery isn’t delayed by referral.

20+ years and 1.2 lakh+ surgeriesof institutional experience across the retina service.

Rapid diagnosticsOCT and ocular ultrasound available to confirm and plan without delay.

Affordable, supported accesswith cashless insurance, Easy EMI and government schemes.

Meet Our Retina Specialist

Dr. Neelam Khatwani, Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon at Dayal Eye Centre
Dr. Neelam Khatwani

MBBS, DNB (Gold Medalist)

Dr. Khatwani works across medical and surgical retina, ROP and uveitis, and has performed numerous retinal surgeries — including retinal detachment repair — at Dayal Eye Centre.

Read Dr. Neelam Khatwani’s full profile
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The questions patients and families ask us most about retinal detachment. For anything specific to your eyes, an urgent consultation gives the clearest answer.

Yes. Retinal detachment is a medical emergency — the longer it is left, the higher the risk of permanent vision loss. If you suddenly develop many new floaters, flashing lights or a dark curtain across your vision, seek a retina specialist the same day. Prompt surgery gives the best chance of saving sight.

Often, yes — but it depends on how much the detachment had progressed. When the detachment is repaired before it reaches the central (macular) vision, results are usually very good. If the macula was already detached, vision can still improve but may not return fully. This is exactly why acting early matters so much.

Best suited to:

With timely surgery the retina is reattached in around 9 out of 10 eyes with a single operation, and in close to 97–100% of eyes when more than one procedure is needed. Your surgeon will explain the outlook for your specific detachment.

Best suited to:

The surgery itself is done under anaesthesia, so you should not feel pain during it. Afterwards, mild discomfort, watering and a gritty feeling for a few days are normal and settle with the drops and medicines we provide.

Best suited to:

Most people recover over a few weeks, though the retina can take months to fully settle and vision improves in steps (often noticeably by 4–6 weeks). If a gas bubble is used, you may need to hold a specific head position — sometimes face-down — for several days, and avoid flying and high altitudes until the bubble clears. We give you a clear positioning and activity plan.

Best suited to:

Floaters and occasional flashes are common in the weeks after surgery and usually fade over time. Any sudden increase in floaters, new flashes or a returning shadow should be reported to us straight away, as it can signal a problem that needs review.

Best suited to:

It can, though most repairs are stable. Having had one detachment slightly raises the risk in either eye, so we keep you under review and ask you to watch for warning signs. Reporting symptoms early keeps any recurrence treatable.

Best suited to:

At Dayal Eye Centre, our fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon performs pneumatic retinopexy, scleral buckle and vitrectomy on site, with rapid OCT and ultrasound diagnostics under one NABH-accredited roof. For sudden symptoms, call or WhatsApp +91 81786 39701 for same-day assessment.

Best suited to:

Act Early to Protect Your Sight

Retinal detachment is treatable, and the sooner it is repaired the better the outlook. If you have sudden floaters, flashes or a shadow, call us the same day. Our medical counsellors will contact you — no sales, expert consultation.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Neelam Khatwani, Retina Specialist, Dayal Eye Centre · Last reviewed: 29 July 2026 · Editorial Policy