The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends

<b>Purpose:</b> To examine the seasonality of retinal detachment (RD) and explore global patterns and contributing factors through a narrative review. <b>Methods:</b> Studies investigating seasonal trends in RD incidence across diverse regions were analysed for peak seasons,...

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Main Authors: Georgios N. Tsiropoulos, Efstratia Amaxilati, Marianna Tranou, Eleni P. Papadopoulou, Iordanis Vagiakis, Fotis Topouzis, Georgios D. Panos
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author Georgios N. Tsiropoulos
Efstratia Amaxilati
Marianna Tranou
Eleni P. Papadopoulou
Iordanis Vagiakis
Fotis Topouzis
Georgios D. Panos
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Efstratia Amaxilati
Marianna Tranou
Eleni P. Papadopoulou
Iordanis Vagiakis
Fotis Topouzis
Georgios D. Panos
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description <b>Purpose:</b> To examine the seasonality of retinal detachment (RD) and explore global patterns and contributing factors through a narrative review. <b>Methods:</b> Studies investigating seasonal trends in RD incidence across diverse regions were analysed for peak seasons, meteorological influences, and behavioural factors. <b>Results:</b> RD seasonality varies by region. Northern climates (e.g., Finland) report summer peaks linked to prolonged daylight, while warmer climates (e.g., Kuwait) show winter peaks associated with outdoor activity. Some studies found correlations with temperature, light, and atmospheric pressure, while others reported no seasonal variation. <b>Conclusions:</b> RD seasonality reflects a complex interplay of environmental and behavioural factors. Future research should focus on standardised methodologies to clarify these relationships and inform preventative strategies.
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spelling doaj-art-4fb1be7b71e64593a19bb5bcf080a03d2025-08-20T02:01:21ZengMDPI AGLife2075-17292025-01-0115219010.3390/life15020190The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global TrendsGeorgios N. Tsiropoulos0Efstratia Amaxilati1Marianna Tranou2Eleni P. Papadopoulou3Iordanis Vagiakis4Fotis Topouzis5Georgios D. Panos6First Department of Ophthalmology, AHEPA University Hospital, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Kiriakidi 1, 54636 Thessaloniki, GreeceFirst Department of Ophthalmology, AHEPA University Hospital, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Kiriakidi 1, 54636 Thessaloniki, GreeceOphthalmica Eye Institute, 54622 Thessaloniki, GreeceFirst Department of Ophthalmology, AHEPA University Hospital, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Kiriakidi 1, 54636 Thessaloniki, GreeceFirst Department of Ophthalmology, AHEPA University Hospital, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Kiriakidi 1, 54636 Thessaloniki, GreeceFirst Department of Ophthalmology, AHEPA University Hospital, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Kiriakidi 1, 54636 Thessaloniki, GreeceFirst Department of Ophthalmology, AHEPA University Hospital, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Kiriakidi 1, 54636 Thessaloniki, Greece<b>Purpose:</b> To examine the seasonality of retinal detachment (RD) and explore global patterns and contributing factors through a narrative review. <b>Methods:</b> Studies investigating seasonal trends in RD incidence across diverse regions were analysed for peak seasons, meteorological influences, and behavioural factors. <b>Results:</b> RD seasonality varies by region. Northern climates (e.g., Finland) report summer peaks linked to prolonged daylight, while warmer climates (e.g., Kuwait) show winter peaks associated with outdoor activity. Some studies found correlations with temperature, light, and atmospheric pressure, while others reported no seasonal variation. <b>Conclusions:</b> RD seasonality reflects a complex interplay of environmental and behavioural factors. Future research should focus on standardised methodologies to clarify these relationships and inform preventative strategies.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/15/2/190seasonalityretinal detachmentrhegmatogenous retinal detachmentmeteorological factorsenvironmental influencestemperature
spellingShingle Georgios N. Tsiropoulos
Efstratia Amaxilati
Marianna Tranou
Eleni P. Papadopoulou
Iordanis Vagiakis
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Georgios D. Panos
The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends
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seasonality
retinal detachment
rhegmatogenous retinal detachment
meteorological factors
environmental influences
temperature
title The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends
title_full The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends
title_fullStr The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends
title_full_unstemmed The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends
title_short The Seasonality of Retinal Detachment: Peaks, Troughs, and Global Trends
title_sort seasonality of retinal detachment peaks troughs and global trends
topic seasonality
retinal detachment
rhegmatogenous retinal detachment
meteorological factors
environmental influences
temperature
url https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/15/2/190
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