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Retinal Tear
Definition 1
A usually small tearing of the retina occurring when the vitreous separates from the retina. It may lead to retinal detachment. Symptoms include flashes and floaters. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
A disorder characterized by a small laceration of the retina, this occurs when the vitreous separates from the retina. Symptoms include flashes and floaters. (NCI Thesaurus/CTCAE)
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