What is it?
'Success' has two parts: anatomical (the retina is attached or the hole is closed) and visual (how much sight returns). Anatomical success rates are high; vision depends on the macula and on time.
Ask your surgeon about your own eye's chances; they vary with the type and duration of the problem.
Typical results
- Retinal detachment: 85–90% with one operation, over 95% overall
- Macular hole: about 90% closure
- Vitrectomy for bleeding: clear view in most eyes
- ERM peel: distortion improves in most
Risk factors and causes
- Macula already detached
- Long delay before surgery
- Scar tissue (PVR)
- Not keeping head position
Treatment options
Operate early
The single biggest factor you control.
Keep positioning and follow-up
Especially with gas.
Retina surgery success rates cost in Kolkata
Detachment surgery and vitrectomy start from ₹22,000–25,000 with us.
| Treatment / test | Our price | Typical Kolkata range |
|---|---|---|
| Retinal detachment surgeryper eye | from ₹22,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Vitrectomyper eye | from ₹22,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Macular hole surgery (vitrectomy + ILM peel + gas)per eye | Written estimate | ₹40,000 – ₹90,000 |
Our prices are the hospital's published prices. Kolkata ranges are indicative 2026 ranges across private eye hospitals in the city. Your final cost depends on the eye, the medicine, and the gas, oil or lens used, and is given to you in writing before any procedure.
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Retina specialists for retina surgery success rates
Dr. Subhajit Das
MBBS, DO, MS (Ophthalmology), FICO, FMRF
25+ years in medical and surgical retina, 7,500+ retinal procedures, vitreo-retina fellowship at Sankara Nethralaya (FMRF), ZEISS trained.
- Retinal detachment surgery
- Vitrectomy
- Scleral buckle
- Anti-VEGF injections
Dr. Bishwanath Dutta Chowdhury
MBBS, DO, DNB, VR Fellowship
Fellowship-trained retina surgeon at Madhyamgram for retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
- Retina & vitreous surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
- Uveitis
Dr. Sayantan Ghosh
MS (Ophthalmology), DNB (Ophthalmology)
Vitreo-retina surgeon with a special interest in diabetic retinopathy; 12 years in ophthalmology; 4.5★ from 101 Google reviews.
- Vitreo-retina surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Retinal detachment
- Anti-VEGF injections
Dr. Subijoy Sinha
MBBS, MD
Retina and vitreous specialist for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and medical retina at Madhyamgram.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Dr. Swarup Pathak
MBBS, MS
Retina and vitreous specialist at Madhyamgram, also seeing uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology and squint.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Frequently asked questions
What is the success rate of retinal detachment surgery?
About 85–90% with one operation and over 95% with further surgery when needed.
What reduces success?
Delay, a detached macula and scar tissue.
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Written by the retina team at Spectra Eye Hospital. Last updated 22 October 2026. This page explains common situations and is not a substitute for an eye examination.