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Peripheral retinal degenerations: multimodal imaging–guided risk stratification and clinical decision-making

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  • Siniša Babović

  • Nemanja Maletin

  • Nikola Denda

  • May 13, 2026

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    Peripheral retinal degenerations (PRD) range from benign atrophic changes to high-risk tractional lesions associated with retinal tears and detachment.

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    Posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) is a key factor linking PRD to retinal tears and rhegmatogenous retinal detachment, especially during acute symptoms.

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    Ultra-widefield imaging and swept-source OCT enhance visualization of peripheral retinal morphology, aiding in the differentiation of benign and unstable lesions.

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    Selective prophylactic laser photocoagulation is supported for symptomatic retinal tears and confirmed tractional instability, while asymptomatic low-risk PRD need no routine treatment.

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    Management of PRD should be individualized, utilizing multimodal imaging and clinical assessment to target interventions based on tractional instability and risk factors.

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Peripheral retinal degenerations: multimodal imaging–guided risk stratification and clinical decision-making

  • by Siniša Babović, Nemanja Maletin, Nikola Denda

  • May 13, 2026

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