Which of the following is not a feature of retinoschisis: (A) Splitting of inner retinal layers, (B) Require active treatment, (C) Caweel maculopathy is seen, (D) May be seen in patients of high myopia
Answer is B. Retinoschisis does not need active treatment as compared to retinal detachement Retinoschisis : * Term is used to describe splitting of inner retinal layers(intra neurosensory layer). * Can be acquired or juvenile X linked congenital retinoschisis * Absolute scotoma is seen as a clinical feature * Beaten metal appearance is seen over elevated retinal surface * Does not require active treatment * Inferotemporal location is most common * Laser will blanch retinoschis but not a retinal detachment * OCT is the investigation of choice to diagnose * May be seen in cases of pathological myopia