In the Right Place, at the Right Time: Autobiographical Case Report of an Ophthalmologist Who Had a Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment

Abstract

Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) is a medical eye emergency that can lead to loss of vision, especially if not promptly treated. High myopia, retinal holes or tears, previous surgery, and trauma have been identified as risk factors for developing RRD. Although some obstetricians may believe labor or vaginal delivery increases the risk for RRD, there has been no significant evidence in the literature to support a correlation. This is a case report of a retinal detachment a month after childbirth as experienced by me, an ophthalmologist.

Keywords: autobiographical case report; childbirth; labor; labor and birth; labor and delivery; ophthalmologist; rhegmatogenous retinal detachment.