In sickle cell retinopathy disease, vitreous hemorrhage resulting from proliferative sickle cell retinopathy is the primary cause of reduced acuity. The sickle cell retinopathy treatment strategy is based on closing the sea fan (Gorgonia flabelum). Patients in stages I and II are barred from treatment because treatment associated with ischemic retina is ineffective in limiting the formation of Sea fan (SF), and the majority of patients do not develop Sea fan or its complications. The ... Read more