Choroidal Detachment
What is Choroidal Detachment?
The choroid (pronounced “CORE-oyd”) is a spongy layer of blood vessels that lines the back wall of the eye between the retina and the sclera (or the white part of the eye). It plays an important role in delivering oxygen and nutrients to the outer half of the retina.
CAUSES
In general, choroidal detachments can be categorized as “serous” (fluid filled), or “hemorrhagic” (blood filled). Serous choroidal detachments are typically associated with a low pressure in the eye and are usually only mildly uncomfortable.
SYMPTOMS
When the choroid is detached from the back wall of the eye, patients may not feel anything at all, or may feel that the eye is achy and sore. In some cases, a choroidal detachment can cause more severe pain. Often, the vision is blurred as well, though the degree of blurring varies and often relates to other eye issues that can accompany a choroidal detachment, such as recent surgery, or high or low pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure).
