Unusual presentations of retinal detachment

Authors

  • T.D. Williams

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.65636/cjo.v54i2.7189

Keywords:

case report, retinal detachment

Abstract

From the clinical standpoint, retinal detachment is often thought to be associated with symptoms of flashing lights, floaters, field loss or a combination of these. The four patients discussed here did not present with any of these symptoms.

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Published

2026-07-16

How to Cite

Williams, T. (2026). Unusual presentations of retinal detachment . Canadian Journal of Optometry, 54(2), 73–78. https://doi.org/10.65636/cjo.v54i2.7189

Issue

Section

Case Reports and Series