Choroidal Detachment
The expression choroidal detachment refers to the separation of the choroid from the sclera (within the eyeball) due to leakage of fluid from vessels within the choroid.
This may occur in when the pressure inside the eyeball ("ocular pressure") is very low - for example, after a trauma such as an accident or injury to the eye, or following surgical procedures within the eyeball.
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- A diagram of the eye
- Definitions and descriptions of the parts of the eye
- A concise description of the human retina
- Definitions of parts of the retina
- Clinical and surgical procedures re. eyes and human visual system
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