Vitreous opacification

Vitreous opacification (lat. opacitas corporis vitrei; synonym: destruction of the vitreous body, destruction of the retina) is a pathological condition of the vitreous body of the eye, characterized by the presence of suspension and/or areas of opacification in it.

Vitreous opacities can be caused by various reasons, such as trauma, infections, tumors, degenerative processes and other diseases. Depending on the cause of the turbidity, it can have different forms and degrees of severity.

One of the most common types of vitreous opacities is vitreous destruction. This condition occurs when fibers of the vitreous rupture and bubbles of air or other materials form within it. Destruction of the vitreous body is usually accompanied by a sensation of “floating threads” or “floaters” in front of the eyes, as well as deterioration of vision.

Another type of vitreous opacification is vitreous calcification. It occurs as a result of calcium deposits in the vitreous and leads to clouding and blurred vision. Vitreous calcification can occur in various diseases, such as diabetes mellitus, hyperparathyroidism, cardiovascular diseases and others.

Another type of opacities is retinal opacities. It occurs as a result of retinal degeneration and leads to decreased visual acuity. Retinal opacities can be caused by various diseases, such as retinal dystrophy, retinal detachment and others.