Scleral buckling is used for treatment of-
Correct Answer: Retinal detachment
Description: In retinal detachment to maintain chorioretinal apposition, scleral buckling is done. Inward indentation of sclera to provide external tamponade (scleral buckling). Scleral buckling is achieved by inseing an explant (silicone sponge or solid silicone band) with the help of mattress type sutures applied in the sclera. Ref: khurana 5 th edition , page no.297
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