Differentiating Retinal Detachment, Pigment Epithelial Detachment & Retinoschisis
Retinoschisis: Splitting within the retina
There are 2 types of retinoschisis:
- Congenital: Affects mostly boys and young men. It is known as juvenile, X-linked retinoschisis.
- Acquired or Degenerative: The most common form, occurs as a result of aging and is most commonly found inferotemporal.
Retinal Detachment: Separation of the neurosensory retina from the RPE
Rhegmatogenous RD is the most common and is secondary to aging and improper vitreous detachment. The median age of onset is 55 y/o.
Pigment Epithelial Detachment: Separation of the RPE from Bruchs membrane
PEDs are categorized based on their content: drusenoid, serous, vascularized, or mixed components.