Retina, Macula, and Vitreous

Retina, Macula, and Vitreous in Panama

Advanced diagnosis and treatment for retinal detachments, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. We protect your vision with microsurgery technology and 70 years of experience.

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What Are the Retina and the Macula?

The retina is the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye, and the macula is its center, responsible for detailed, central vision. Any damage to these structures—whether due to diabetes, age, or trauma—can cause severe vision loss. At Boyd Clinic, we have board-certified specialists to manage these critical conditions with millimetric precision.

Patient Process

A thorough protocol to assess the health of the back of your eye.

1
Dilation and Fundus Examination
Detailed evaluation of the retinal periphery and the condition of the vitreous humor under pupillary dilation.
2
High-Resolution Imaging
We perform macular OCT and angiography to detect fluid leakage or structural damage invisible to the human eye.
3
Intervention Plan
We determine whether management will be through monitoring, injections, laser, or immediate vitreoretinal surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Key information for patients with retinal conditions.

They may be symptoms of a vitreous or retinal detachment. If you notice a sudden increase in spots or flashes, you should seek an urgent evaluation.

At least once a year, even if you see well. Diabetic retinopathy often does not cause symptoms until the damage is significant.

No. A strong local anesthetic is used, and the procedure is very quick (seconds). Most patients feel only mild pressure.

The main goal of current treatments is to stop or slow vision loss. In many cases, vision can be stabilized and legal blindness can be prevented.