Connecting to the source…   The retina is a thin transparent membrane that covers the back of the eye wall.   It focuses the light refracted by the eye lens and transmits the images to the brain.   In the center of the retina is the macula, which allows us to see what,what lies straight in front of us.   Underneath the retina is a thin layer of tiny blood vessels, which provide oxygen and nutrients to the retina.   Retinal detachment occurs, when the retina detaches from this layer of blood vessels.   In order to save vision, a diagnosis and treatment must be made immediately.   Continue at source ...