Posterior Vitreous Detachment Assessment

What is posterior vitreous detachment (PVD)?

• A separation of the retina from the optic nerve
• A condition where the vitreous gel separates from the retina
• A painful eye condition that affects vision
• A common condition in young adults

At what age is PVD most commonly diagnosed?

• Under 20
• 20-30
• 40-50
• 66-86

What symptom is commonly associated with PVD?

• Loss of color vision
• Floaters in the field of vision
• Complete vision loss
• Double vision

Which stage of PVD is characterized by the vitreous being fully separated from both the macula and the optic nerve?

• Stage 1
• Stage 2
• Stage 3
• Stage 4

What is a Weiss ring?

• A type of corrective lens for myopia
• A shape some floaters take in PVD
• A surgical tool used in eye surgery
• A part of the eye affected by diabetes

Which factor does NOT increase the likelihood of developing PVD?

• Nearsightedness (myopia)
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Eye surgery

What is the primary method for diagnosing PVD?

• Blood test
• MRI scan
• Dilated eye examination
• Ultrasound

In the absence of complications, what is the typical treatment for PVD?

• Immediate surgery
• Medication
• No treatment necessary
• Chemotherapy

What should a patient do if they experience new floaters?

• Ignore them as they are harmless
• Consult an ophthalmologist
• Start wearing reading glasses
• Increase screen time

What percentage of people between the ages of 66 and 86 are estimated to develop PVD?

• 30%
• 50%
• 66%
• 80%